When to Consider a Gastric Balloon for Weight Loss

Every person’s body is unique and reacts to various types of treatments, actions or behaviours in different ways. For many people, the path to losing weight is a difficult one. There are however a growing number of specific treatments designed to help people achieve their weight loss and health goals. A gastric balloon is a consistent and reliable way to reach these goals.

What is a gastric balloon?

A gastric balloon is a small, grapefruit-sized device placed inside the stomach to create a feeling of fullness throughout the day. This safe and effective procedure can lead to an average weight loss of 10-15% of body weight over four months.

Many choose a gastric balloon not just for its results but for how simple the process is. The treatment requires no hospitalization, sedation, or endoscopy. In a short appointment, the patient swallows a dissolvable capsule containing the balloon. A thin catheter fills the balloon with sterile water. After sixteen weeks, the body naturally expels the device.

When to consider a gastric balloon for weight loss?

There are several reasons why a person would consider getting a gastric balloon for weight loss. People experience weight gain and weight loss in different ways. For many people, the traditional pathways of losing weight through diet and exercise, for whatever reason, do not seem to work. This can be frustrating and stressful. For those needing an operation such as a knee replacement or for people trying to conceive, a gastric balloon can be the helping hand they need to get them to their goal weight.  

A gastric balloon is most suitable for people whose BMI is between 27 and 35.  Lots of other health and medical factors must be considered before determining your suitability for the procedure so if you are someone who would like to lose weight in a safe and effective manner with the help of an experienced doctor, book an appointment online with The Practice Poly Clinic, or get in touch on WhatsApp via the website.