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Ep.301: 'Understanding Stomas – A Guide for Soft Tissue Therapists' with special guest Jenny Jones
In this episode entitled "Understanding Stomas: A Guide for Soft Tissue Therapists", host Matt Phillips is joined by special guest Jenny Jones, a community stoma nurse based in Norfolk.
Jenny takes us through what a stoma is, how the three main types (colostomy, ileostomy, urostomy) differ, common reasons for stoma surgery, and the impact stoma surgery can have on a patient's overall quality of life. The episode includes practical guidance for therapists, including skin checks, sensitive touch, returning to activity, emotional adjustment and multidisciplinary care. Also provided are useful…
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