Phase 3 – Post Procedure: Keeping the Weight Off

6 Months After Intragastric Balloon Insertion

Your stomach would have adapted to the balloon within the first month. The feeling of fullness will help you lose weight over the 6-month programme, coupled with consultations with your physician and regular exercise and new eating habits. This is the time to take advantage of your weight loss and change your lifestyle into a healthy one. During this period, it is important to meet regularly with your physician to integrate the principles of good health into your daily life.

You will need plenty of guidance and motivation at this stage, which your physician and the programme gladly provide. Those who attend the scheduled follow-up meetings are most likely to sustain their weight loss results. The following guidelines will also help you to remain steadfast on your weight loss journey:

Keep a regular diary of your diet and exercise routine.
Make your new nutrition plan a long-term lifestyle change.
Update your BMI, witness your progress and be motivated on your exciting weight loss journey!

6 Months Later

Your Intragastric Balloon is required to be removed at the end of 6 months. The last 5 months would have prepared you for the new, healthier life ahead. Your physician will discuss any remaining issues regarding your new lifestyle and relationship with food.

You are likely to have lost a fair amount of weight by the end of 6 months. However, it is important to adhere to your physician’s instructions to truly succeed in your weight loss journey. Whilst the Intragastric Balloon and the programme help to jumpstart your weight loss, your personal effort is crucial and will make all the difference.

While the initial detachment from the Intragastric Balloon may be easily adaptable for some, others may find it difficult to keep to their newfound lifestyle. Should you feel that further support is needed, you may want to consider opting for the Extended Care Programme.

The Extended Care Programme

Now that your stomach is quietened, it’s time to silence it for good. As we all know, losing weight is relatively easier compared to maintaining the weight loss. Allergan’s Appetite Re-Programming Weight Loss System comes with an Extended Care Programme that helps to provide the support and additional information you may require while your weight-loss tool is in place and after the Intragastric Balloon is removed.

The benefits of being a part of this programme are aplenty and will give you ample encouragement to keep you motivated through your weight loss journey. And while you get used to your new weight after the removal of the balloon, the programme continues to support you with information and tips on maintaining your weight loss.

Benefits of Extended Care Programme

UPON ENROLMENT

Goal-mapping with your physician
Personalised dietary/lifestyle modification plans with your physician
Exclusive access to members’ only section at www.thequietstomach.com
Your personal weight loss journal and patient booklet for reference

DURING THE PROGRAMME

Exercise and nutrition tips online
Personal updating and tracking of weight loss progress online
Online alerts to encourage your progress

POST PROGRAMME

Continual support through disease education articles online
Exclusive tie-up promotions with various weight management partners