Hemodialysis is a physical replacement therapy for kidney function administered to subjects in which the kidney is critically reduced (terminal uremia).
Our center offers all the services to replace kidney function.
The methods used are:
- bicarbonate hemodialysis. Bicarbonate hemodialysis occurs thanks to physical-chemical and mechanical principles applied at the level of the dialysis filter where they meet blood and dialysate without coming into direct contact. Sodium bicarbonate is the best substance to correct the metabolic acidosis of these patients.
- hemodiafiltration. Hemodiafiltration is an extracorporeal blood purification process that associates hemofiltration and hemodialysis, i.e. a blood-purifying blood purification technique for particulate filters with semi-permeable membranes with very high selectivity.
Patients who require dialysis are encouraged to provide staff with all the medical records in their possessions and, if coming from another Hemodialysis Center, copy the dialysis tab and infectious markers.
A nephrological visit is always recommended even when the patient feels good.
Kidney disease is often asymptomatic and a visit does not cause any pain.
Often, a simple ultrasound check, associated with simple blood and urine analyses, are enough to understand the state of health of our kidneys. Our center offers all the services needed to monitor kidney function.
Dott.ssa Valeria Rossi
ROLE:
Head of Dialysis Center
SPECIALIZATION:
Nephrology
Massimiliano Zaccheo
ROLE:
Head nurse of the Dialysis Center
SPECIALIZATION:
Nursing
Mon./Fri. - 7.00-18.00
Saturday - 7.00-13.00
CONTACTS
+39.06.95550609
PHYSIOTHERAPY AND OSTEOPATHY
Physiotherapy is a branch of medicine that deals with the prevention, care and rehabilitation of patients with congenital or acquired musculoskeletal, neurological and visceral pathologies or disorders. It is applied to the following fields: orthopedics, rheumatology, geriatrics.
Physiotherapy techniques are numerous: physical therapy, manual therapy / manipulation, massotherapy, postural therapy, physiotherapy, etc.
Our physiotherapists accompany the patient in the rehabilitation path to full functional recovery, elaborating basic methods or tailored to the needs of the patient.
No special preparation rules are required. It is advisable to bring skeletal radiographs and magnetic resonances, if available.
Motor re-education, as well as for therapeutic purposes, is important in the preventive and sports field. It helps to correct lifestyle problems such as sedentary, stress, habitat and artificial surfaces, promoting motor skill re-activation and solving postural problems.
The Mezieres method
The Mezieres method consists of stretching postures that allow stretching, extension and relaxation of the muscle chains. These postures involve the body in its entirety and aim to simultaneously correct the various imbalances of the patient. The physiotherapist also uses massages, exercises in isometrics and mobilization. During treatment, the patient's participation is active.
- TREATMENT OBJECTIVES:
- Recuperate muscle elasticity
- Help the body find a morphological equilibrium
- Free breathing
- Recover mobility of the joint system
- MAIN TREATMENT INDICATIONS:
- Acute and chronic vertebral conditions
- Pathologies, myopathic upper limb syndromes
- Visceral symptoms related to vertebral imbalances
- Orthopedic deviations and deformations in adults and adolescents of the front and sagittal surfaces (hyperlordosis, hyperkyphosis, loss of cervical lordosis, scoliosis, knock knee (valgus and varus), genu recurvatum and genu flexum, hollow/flat and varus/valgus feet)
- REFLECTION INDICATIONS:
- Respiratory dysfunction
- Traumatic and sports injuries
- Problems related to post-partum
- Psychomotorial problems
- Visceral disorders
- CONTRAINDICATIONS:
- Congenital myopathy
- Infectious and inflammatory states
- First months of pregnancy
- Important psychic disturbances
- APPLICATION METHOD:
- The sessions are weekly
- DURATION OF EVERY SESSION:
- Each session has an approximate time of 50 minutes
Lymphatic drainage is a special massage technique carried out in those areas of the body where a bad or reduced lymphatic circulation is present. It is useful in fighting water retention and therefore reducing the blemishes of cellulite. Through manual pressure exerted on specific areas of the body, it stimulates blood circulation and facilitates fluid drainage. The purpose of this treatment is to prevent the accumulation of waste elements and the stagnation of liquids in the vessels. Massaged tissues are released from toxins with the most obvious result a reduction of edema and swelling in the legs. The skin looks so more elastic and the body is remodeled.
Lymph drainage can be performed in all areas of the body that have an excessive reduction in lymphatic circulation. In the case of the limbs, it is advisable to perform an Echo-Doppler first to make sure that there are no pathologies in progress.
To achieve greater benefits, it is advisable to combine sporting practice and proper nutrition with the lymph drainage sessions, full of fluids, to stimulate metabolism, reactivate circulation and reduce fat accumulation. These simple steps favor increased lymphatic drainage.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
Lymphatic drainage is absolutely not recommended in subjects with acute inflammation, malignant tumors, cardiac edema, asthma, women during their menstrual cycle and in case of pressure changes (hypertension and heart arrhythmias).
DURATION OF TREATMENT
The number and frequency of treatments depends greatly on the clinical situation and personal lifestyle of the patient. However, multiple treatments are required to achieve lasting results.
SPECIALIST VISITS
VISIT RESERVATION TIMES:
Mon./Fri. - 9.00-13.00 / 15.00-19.30 Saturday - 9.00-13.00
Dott. Gianluca Fronzi
ROLE:
Physiotherapist
SPECIALIZATION:
Physiotherapy, Posturology
Osteopathy is a discipline based on the holistic principle: the body must be considered in its entirety as its structures (the so-called "bands") are closely linked to each other. The health status of the human body is determined by the equilibrium between all the elements that make up it and by the proper functioning of all structures that link its functions. This is, therefore, a series of specific manipulation techniques. To begin osteopathy treatment, it is first and foremost necessary to have a clear picture of the symptoms of the patient which is obtained during a first session. During this session of about 40 minutes, all useful information is collected: symptoms, clinical backgrounds (including the results of various instrumental examinations), general health conditions, habits and lifestyles. The evaluation then proceeds to the examine the stationary standing posture as well as during various movements. In some cases, it is also necessary to use the stabilometric platform during the evaluation. The patient is placed on a tilting platform that verifies posture and balance. The session continues with the palpation of the tissues to identify the causes of the symptoms.
We recommended bringing any recent skeletal and magnetic resonance scans.
Preventing the onset of symptoms is a key aspect of osteopathy. It can happen that previous trauma, joint blockages, etc., can lead to neuro-muscle-skeletal disorders in the long run, thus causing more and more disabling recurrences. Acting over time, through osteopathic treatments, will allow the body to function properly.
The length and number of sessions is closely related to the patient's condition and symptoms. If there is no contraindication after the initial tests, the osteopathic treatment takes place with an adequate number of sessions (5/6 with a frequency of 7/10 days).
Dott. Luca Auditori
ROLE:
Physiotherapist
SPECIALIZATION:
Physiotherapy, Osteopathy
SPORTS MEDICINE
The specialist in Sports Medicine is the only one able to issue the medical certificate of fitness for sports activity and others, following a careful psycho-physical evaluation of the athlete.
Our center is also available for athletes with disabilities and offers the following services:
- Under-35 competitive visit: includes an electrocardiogram at rest and under stress (step-test), spirometry, sight examination, blood pressure measurement, weight and history, urine analysis;/li>
- Over 35 competitive visit: includes an electrocardiogram at rest and under stress (cycloergometer), spirometry, sight examination, blood pressure measurement, weight and history, urine analysis;
- Non- competitive visit: in the case of non-competitive sports activities, it is sufficient to undergo a simple general visit that covers hearing, sight, movement accompanied by pressure measurement and auscultation of the heartbeat.
The center also offers the possibility to performing Echocardiograms and Echocolor-Doppler combined with a sports medical visit at discounted prices.
In order to be eligible for a competitive sporting practice, it is necessary to present:
- Original copy of the request for the sports examination by the sporting association completed in every part, signed and stamped by the chairman of the company
- Identity Document, Tax Code, National Health Card
- Original copy of the competitive certificate for the previous year (in case of renewal)
- Completed parent's module for minor athletes
For non-competitive visits, it is sufficient to present:
- Identity Document and Tax Code
It is also advisable not to drink alcohol, coffee, coca cola and tea, to eat light meals and to present yourself in a gym suit or in comfortable clothing.
Duration of the visit:
The visit lasts about 25 minutes.
The competitive sports medical examination is necessary for all athletes who practice sports at professional level, as indicated by the National Sports Federations, CONI, recognized sports propaganda organizations (ACLI, UISP, etc.) as well as participants at the national phases of the Youth Games.
Dott. Fernando Cecchetti
ROLE:
Health director
SPECIALIZATION:
Diseases of the Cardiovascular System, Sports Medicine
CARDIOLOGY
Cardiology is the branch of medicine that deals with the study, diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular, acquired or congenital diseases. In our center, the cardiology ward conducts medical and sports visits to assess the fitness for competitive and amateur sport.
The cardiological examination evaluates the physical condition of the patient in order to issue the medical certificate of fitness for sports activity and consists of an electrocardiogram. The electrocardiogram monitors the proper functioning of the heart, both at rest and after physical effort.
No specific preparation is required.
Duration of the visit:
The visit takes about 30 minutes.
It is through standard cardiological visits (always accompanied by an ECG) that specialists can trace the "individual risk" profile, identifying subjective habits, individual characteristics or metabolic conditions that make it more or less likely for major cardiovascular disease to occur within a set period of time.
In industrialized countries, despite the widespread fear of cancer, it should be noted that most deaths occur due to ischemic heart disease and / or acute circulatory disorders. The number of deaths due to myocardial infarction and cerebral vasculopathy is far superior to that of all tumors as a whole. In light of the above, a proper prevention therapy cannot ignore the subjective cardio-circulatory situation that needs to be assessed together with the specialist and possibly subjected to appropriate specific insights. Based on specific clinical suspicions, the specialist may indicate which in-depth studies are appropriate without forcing the patient to carry out an infinite number of costly and sometimes unnecessary assessments. He may also evaluate on the basis of universally accepted statistical data the individual risk factors and what corrections should be made. Correct metabolic factors (e.g. blood fat levels), hemodynamic factors (e.g. normalizing pressure values) wrong lifestyle habits (abolishing or reducing cigarette smoking, encouraging the patient to perform adequate physical activity), etc. helps point every patient in the direction of a longer, healthier life.Dott. Fernando Cecchetti
ROLE:
Health Director
SPECIALIZATION
Cardiovascular System Diseases, Sports Medicine
PHYSIATRY
Physical medicine and rehabilitation deals with the diagnosis, therapy and rehabilitation of disabilities caused by disabling diseases of various nature that result in a reduction in motor, cognitive or emotional function, and hence a limitation of activity. Disabilities can be caused by diseases of the nervous, osteo-articular, cardiac and respiratory system and may also affect the intellective and relational sphere.
Our center is dedicated to developing tailor-made rehabilitation programs.
Once the pathology and the areas of competence have been established, it is treated according to a multidisciplinary rehabilitation project.
No specific preparation is required.
Duration of the visit:
The visit takes about 50 minutes./p>
Dott. Raffaele Della Rocca
ROLE:
Physiatrist
SPECIALIZATION:
Physiatry
UROLOGY AND NEFROLOGY
Urology is a specialized branch dealing with genitourinary urinary tract disorders: kidneys, ureters, bladders, prostates, and external male genital organs. A urological visit is a medical examination, not painful and non-invasive, and serves to diagnose, exclude or monitor urological disorders. After the first general patient monitoring phase, if necessary, an ultrasound examination of the lower abdomen is performed.
Why come for a visit:
A urological examination is important for the prevention and diagnosis of urological disorders such as urinary disorders, kidney stones and urinary tract infections, urinary tract tumors, genital infections, and so on. The visit is important in patients of both sexes, but especially for males, for whom it is advisable to undergo periodic controls, which are different depending on age.
How to prepare for the visit:
No specific preparation is required..
Duration of the visit:
The specialist visit takes about 40 minutes.
Dott. Carmine Stano
ROLE:
Urology Center Dialysis
SPECIALIZATION:
Urology
Nephrology is a branch of internal medicine that deals with kidney disease. The nephrologist studies the kidney from the anatomical and physiological point of view and studies the disease. The pathologies involved include: kidney failure, urinary tract infections, kidney stones, kidney cysts, arterial hypertension, nephritis, kidney and urinary cancers. Nephrology also provides dialysis replacement support for patients with acute or chronic renal failure.
Why come for a visit:
A nephrologic examination is important to assess the degree of kidney functionality and to exclude, diagnose, or monitor kidney disease. Diabetic patients with hypertension (high blood pressure) should regularly undergo renal functionality tests as high blood pressure and poorly-controlled pressure can cause kidney damage.
How to prepare for the visit:
No specific preparation is required for a nephrologic examination. However, it is advisable to bring with you any examinations carried out at the request of your doctor.
Duration of the visit:
A nephrologic examination takes about 20 minutes.
Dott. ssa Valeria Rossi
ROLE:
Head of Dialysis Center
SPECIALIZATION:
Nephrology
ORTHOPEDICS
Orthopedics is the medical discipline that studies the locomotive apparatus. It also includes orthopedic surgery, which involves the surgical treatment of its manifestations. Orthopedic Physicians are specialized in diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal disorders including: bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, muscles and nerves. Our orthopedic service is tailored to the specific needs of each patient. We have a team of specialists (orthopedic and physiotherapists) who, after diagnosing the pathology, can intervene to support the patient through consultation, orthopedic examination or additional examinations, or even planning a targeted rehabilitation path.
The orthopedic visit does not require any special preparation. However, it is advisable to provide the results of any previous any examinations, such as X-Rays or magnetic resonances.
Dott. Paolo Verzaro
ROLE:
Orthopedist
SPECIALIZATION:
Orthopedics and Traumatology
DERMATOLOGY
Dermatologists are doctors specialized in the diagnosis and treatment of skin diseases and cancers. Skin is the widest body organ and at the same time the most visible. Although some dermatological diseases concern only the skin, many others are the manifestation of a systemic disorder, that is, affecting different tissues or organs of the body. Correlation between skin conditions (acne, alopecia, psoriasis, dermatitis, etc.) has also been established with emotional and/or stress-related conditions.
Dermatological examination is important because it provides a map of skin health conditions.
A dermatological visit that pays attention to and keeps track of evolutions during the course of the year is especially advisable in the summertime.
No specific preparation is required.
Duration of the visit:
The visit takes about 40 minutes.
Dott.ssa Evelina Giannetti
ROLE:
Dermatologist
SPECIALIZATION:
Dermatology and Venereology
ULTRASOUNDS
ULTRASOUNDS
An ultrasound is a non-invasive method that uses ultrasounds (sound waves) emitted by particular probes placed on the skin of the patient or in the cavities (transrectal and transvaginal). Ultrasound allows you to visualize organs, glands, blood vessels, subcutaneous structures, and also muscle and tendon structures in many parts of the body. It does not provide X-ray emission so it can be carried out frequently if necessar
Our center has the following types of ultrasound facilities:
- Echocardiogram: allows you to visualize the anatomy of the heart and study it in action.
- Echocolor-Doppler: Provides accurate information, thanks to the color that allows immediate vision of the bloodstream./li>
Ultrasound is widely used for the study of the neck (thyroid, lymph nodes, salivary glands), abdomen (liver, kidneys, spleen, pancreas, bile ducts), pelvis (bladder, uterus, ovary, prostate), arteries and veins (carotid, aorta, etc.) and the muscular system (muscles, tendons, ligaments).
There are no preparations for many ultrasound examinations, while others require some prescriptions.
Duration of the visit: approximately 20 minutes.
ECHO COLOR DOPPLER
The Echocolor-Doppler is a non-invasive and easily repeatable diagnostic technique that allows specialists to visualize blood vessels, arterial and venous vessels and to study blood flow. It is a more advanced duplex-scan Doppler ultrasound technique that provides even more accurate information, thanks to the coloration that allows the bloodstream to be analyzed immediately.
Detect and monitor over time:
- Arterial stenosis
- Venous stenosis
- Aneurysms
- Vaginal and deep vein thromboses
- Venous insufficiency
In the case of Echocolor-Doppler to the surface organs (muscles, thyroid, breast, joints), no particular preparation is required.
If the area to be controlled is that of the upper abdomen, it is necessary to fast for 6 hours prior to the examination. For the study of the lower abdomen (bladder, uterus, prostate, ovaries), it is necessary to undergo the examination with a full bladder.
Exam Duration: The average exam duration is approximately 20 minutes.
TECAR / LASER THERAPY
TECAR THERAPY
T.e.c.a.r. (Trasferimento Energetico CApacitivo Resistivo - Capacitive-Resistive Electric Transfer) is a therapy is used in physiotherapy for the treatment of traumatological, osteoarticular and soft tissue disorders. T.e.c.a.r sessions can be repeated several times over the same day or the sessions may be extended if faster results are required. This therapy, carried out using special equipment, transfers biocompatible energy, stimulating tissues and increasing the activation of natural repairing and anti-inflammatory processes. It is used for both professional sport and well-being. The result is an early activation of repairing processes, which results in an immediate and effective reduction in pain and recovery times, especially in sports. Reduction of pain, perceived by the patient from the first session, makes every subsequent rehabilitation maneuvers easier and more effective. In the field of well-being T.e.c.a.r. has an effective draining action and stimulates peripheral circulation. When used in synergy with anticoagulant and anti-inflammatory drug therapies, it enhances the effect.
In cases of traumatic pathologies involving the knees, shoulders, hips, ankles, spine, hands and feet, with their muscular, capsular and tendon components. It is also indicated for chronic inflammatory osteoarticular diseases such as osteoarthritis, backbone and sciatica.
No specific preparation is required to undergo therapy.
Duration of the visit The duration of therapy generally depends on the clinical situation of the patient. It can range from 10 to 20 minutes for localized anti-inflammatory treatment, 30/40 minutes for intensive treatment, and up to 60 minutes and more for preventative and maintenance treatment.
HIGH POWER LASER
In our Center, we use High Power Laser through a newly conceived laser therapy apparatus.
The device consists of three different diode laser sources that can operate individually or in combination to create a more effective therapy that benefits from the characteristics of each source at the same time.
Laser therapy is used in physiotherapy. It is a painless, non-invasive and risk-free therapy.
Treatment is performed by the therapist by pointing the laser beam at the skin surface. -The treatment can be done by point or scan modes, i.e. by sliding the laser over the skin.
Point mode is the most effective because it is applied by the therapist exactly around the distressed area.
Only a slight heat can be felt at the point of contact.
The number of sessions varies according to the patient's problem and the clinical progress made by the therapy.
High-power laser application is particularly useful in inflammatory, functional overload or general traumatology, including: osteoarthritis, neuritis, tenosynovitis, tendinitis, bursitis, plantar fasciitis, contracture, stretching and muscle tearing, distortion, bruising, metatarsalgia.
In various kinds of rheumatic and degenerative arthralgia, including: epicondylitis, gonalgia, myositis, polyarthritis, sciatica and lumbago.
During post-surgical motor rehabilitation, post-removal of stitches or rigid anti-inflammatory bandages
Overnight accommodation is a service that allows you to book a bed or a room for a minimum of one night.
This service is provided principally for:
- Those who require medical care at the San Carlo Medical Center and who prefer comfort and relaxation.
- Families of patients at the San Carlo Medical Center.
- Those who wish to take a few days to relax at the Sisters of St. Charles in Nancy.
The Structure allows you to enjoy a serene but sociable environment and a strategic location for visiting historic places in Rome and all of Rome's Castles.
Just 1 km from Frascati Station, it is possible to make daily trips to the capital without any effort.
Among the things to visit in Frascati we recommend:
- Palazzo Vescovile
- Scuderie Aldobrandini
- Villa Aldobrandini
- Villa Sora
- Villa Torlonia
- Villa Tuscolana
- Parco regionale dei Castelli Romani
- Cattedrale di Frascati
- Chiesa del Gesù.
The apartments are located within the old structure of the Opera resting-house in San Carlo, Nancy, part of the large area that also accommodates Medica San Carlo.
It is located on the edge of the historical part of Frascati, surrounded by large gardens, in a panoramic position and is easily accessible from several roads and is just a few minutes from the A1 Roma-Napoli motorway (exit Monteporzio Catone).
The property offers accommodation in single and double rooms, each with a private bathroom.
In all rooms, there is an Emergency Calling Device, power outlet and television set, telephone socket, lighting switches, and a spotlight for reading.
Each room includes:
- En Suite Bathroom
- Bed
- Wardrobe for personal belongings
- Bedside table
- Drawers
- Armchair/li>
- Desk table and chair
- Room linen included
The contact details for accommodation are:
Every day from 9.00-14.00
15.00-18.00
CONTACTS
amministrazione@operasancarlo.it
In cases of patients in need of dialysis treatment at our Center, we invite you to speak with the Dialysis ward to agree the period, numbers of sessions and any other specific details in advance.
The contact details for the Dialysis Center are:
Mon./Sat.. - 9.00-18.00
CONTACTS
For further information, please visit our website www.operasancarlo.it
