Tag: Franciscan

Anand Navarasala, MD, Spine Health and Smoking

Dr. Navarasala discusses how smoking can effect spine health and cause back pain. Discover how the vertebra and discs work together and how nicotine can impair regenerative function. Learn more at https://www.franciscanhealth.org/news-and-events/news/3-ways-smoking-hurting-your-back.

Device Reduces Stroke Risk, Eliminates Need for Blood Thinners in Patients with Atrial Fibrillation

Franciscan Health is one of the few hospitals in Indiana offering patients with abnormal heart rhythm – or atrial fibrillation (Afib) – a life-changing device that greatly reduces the risk of stroke.
Afib is a condition where the heart beats irregularly at a high rate and patients are treated with blood thinners such as warfarin (Coumadin). These drugs reduce the likelihood of experiencing potentially dangerous blood clots within the heart which may cause a stroke.

Pain Management: Intrathecal Pain Pump

Franciscan Physician Network provider, Dr. John Kihlken, walks you through what an intrathecal pain pump is and how to determine if this procedure is right for you. You’ll get a detailed description of what to expect before during and after treatment.

Zephyr Endobronchial Valve Testimonial: Joellen Reinhardt (COPD Survivor)

Joellen Reinhardt tells us about her positive experience as a COPD survivor treated with the Zephyr Endobronchial Valve at our Franciscan Health Interventional Pulmonology Clinic in Indianapolis.

The Zephyr Endobronchial Valve is an FDA-approved procedure that requires no incisions or cutting. The technology is designed to vastly improve a patient’s quality of life. Severe emphysema patients who feel shortness of breath despite using COPD medications and oxygen are ideal candidates for this procedure.