Bariatric care is a type of medical care for people who are extremely obese. This is a long tern approach to supporting people with extreme obesity to live healthier lives with dignity and confidence.
It can include support before, during, and after weight loss surgery, as well as ongoing care to help people maintain a healthy lifestyle. Bariatric care also includes personal care support such as washing, dressing, and continence care. Bariatric care includes support with meal preparation, diet adaptation and companionship.
Our staff at Torkan Care Limited are trained and experienced in the use of the Gantry Hoist and other bariatric equipment. Our staff can provide support and care to prevent complications like infections, blood clots and internal bleeding. Person-centred bariatric care involves listening to service users’ thoughts and opinions and providing them with the information they will require to make favourable choices.
Benefits of bariatric care are weight loss, improved health and better quality of life.
