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Sleep-Related Breathing Issues With Pectus Excavatum [2024]

You might ask how a chest problem could mess with sleep. Well, research shows that pectus excavatum often messes up ...

Postoperative Supplies for Home Recovery After Pectus Surgery [2024]

In this post, we’ll investigate the must-have supplies to make your home post pectus surgery recovery as smooth and comfortable ...

Hospital Beds in Post-Pectus Surgery Recovery [2024]

The recovery period is crucial for the success of the Nuss procedure for pectus. Having the right hospital bed can ...

Dizziness and Nausea After Nuss Procedure [2024]: Solutions

In this post we’re diving deep into post-operative symptoms, particularly dizziness and nausea, and offering practical solutions to manage them ...

Cryo After Nuss Procedure [2024]: Benefits, Risks & More

In this article we're diving into cryo after the Nuss procedure. Cryo is an innovative approach to pain management that ...

Catheter After Pectus Nuss Procedure [2024]: What to Expect & More 

Catheters play a crucial role in the post-operative care of the Nuss procedure. While the idea of having catheters might ...

How to Prevent Pectus Excavatum Recurrence After Surgery [2024]

In this blog post we are exploring the most effective strategies to maintain optimal results and prevent recurrence of pectus ...

Discomfort With Pectus Nuss Bar [2024]: Symptoms, Tips & More

In this blog post, we're exploring how to understand and manage discomfort associated with the Nuss bar. If you're reading ...

Man Boobs After Pectus Surgery [2024]: Hormones, Symptoms + Tips

One of the often-overlooked aspects of pectus excavatum is the occurrence of man boobs or gynecomastia, especially after surgery. In ...

How to Fix Flared Ribs in [2024]: Causes, Exercises & More

I had flared ribs as a result of my pectus excavatum, so I know firsthand how challenging it can be. ...

LaceIT Pectus Brace Review [2024]: Real User Opinion + More

The LaceIT Pectus Excavatum Brace is a great product to improve your flared ribs caused by pectus excavatum. I was ...

Pectus Excavatum Pain in Chest, Back, Rib [2024] How to Cope

Not everyone with pectus excavatum experiences pain, but for those with severe cases, it can be a constant struggle. The ...

Top 10 Pectus Excavatum Exercises in [2024]: Mistakes + Tips

Strength training can be a game-changer for those with pectus excavatum, improving both appearance and physical performance. But it’s important ...

Pectus Excavatum Surgery [2024]: Cost, Risk, Before & After

Pectus excavatum often develops during early teenage years, especially during growth spurts, and is more common in boys. While surgery ...

How to Start Running With Pectus Excavatum in [2024]: 4 Tips

Running with pectus excavatum can be challenging, especially when it comes to breathing. If you have a sunken chest, you ...

Pectus Excavatum and Swimming in [2024] Strokes, Tips + More

A study that summarizes the 32-year experience in the non-operative approach of pectus carinatum and pectus excavatum repair says swimming ...

Vacuum Bell: What It Is, How it Works, Risk & More [2024]

The vacuum bell is a popular non-surgical option for treating pectus excavatum, a condition where the chest appears sunken. This ...

Pectus Excavatum in Cats [2024]: Surgery, Cost & More

The pectus excavatum deformity is also present in cats. You can see the indentation typically within a few days after ...