The system of health care becomes very innovative. Improvements always occur since this field is being challenged by research to render something ideal and more effective to clients in need. Wide ranges of treatment are presently being used and newer types are being developed and will be soon utilized for a more reliable integrative holistic health.
Before, an individual merely depends on faith healers, and then it evolves to traditional medicines. As centuries unfold, there is a presence of health providers and each decade are accompanied by innovative technologies which embrace a care in an evidence based manner. Let's take a look on recent procedures that can provide a holistic care.
Cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of mortality for almost 10 years and its rate increases more each year. Due to the alarming cases, technology was utilized to aid the skills of medical professionals. A pacemaker which can be implanted to synchronize and normalize a heartbeat is one of the most useful equipment being utilized now. Even a crucial procedure like heart transplant is being performed frequently to patients who are suffering from severe heart problems without hesitation. This is happening because there are technical supports that can aid during the procedure.
Pulmonary Diseases comes second among the leading causes of morbidity and mortality. The presence of mechanical ventilator and supports has constantly being developed to render a more effective aid and healing. Kidney Diseases is also making a rise in morbidity and mortality and victims of these diseases maybe in old or young age. The presence of dialysis centers can be seen now in cities. This is a great help to those suffering from kidney malfunction. Even in eye disorders, such as cataracts which is very common in aging population has developed phacoemulsification machine that can remove and replace lenses.
It has been a trend to have specialized doctors, nurses and medical technologists in a specific field such as cardiology, pulmonology, ENT, neuorology, urology, etc. Through this specialization, a more specific, distinct, appropriate and evidence based care can be rendered.
These types of care cannot be only rendered in tertiary hospitals. Community settings are also being developed for them to be effective and so, there will be a universal goal for the entire health provider community. However, the presence of these babies of technology must not overcome the skills and knowledge of the health providers. It is being developed to aid them and not to be something being depended on. Always remember that machines can malfunction and fail. It is always a must for each health provider to have an evidence based and efficient skill in assessing and intervening properly especially in emergency cases. An integrative holistic health embraced the purpose of promoting health, preventing illnesses and prolonging life.