UK Health Radio Podcast
UK Health Radio Podcast
31: Stoma4Life with Raphaela Reeb - Episode 31
31: Stoma4Life with Raphaela Reeb - Episode 31
31: Stoma4Life with Raphaela Reeb - Episode 31
Tuesday 3rd December 2024
Join Raphaela Reeb and Sarah Russell as they discuss the importance of fitness and staying active after ostomy surgery. Learn practical tips for recovery.
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Episode Overview
- Fitness is crucial for recovery and independence after ostomy surgery.
- Core strength and proper posture are essential for overall well-being.
- Safe exercise practices help manage complications like peristomal hernias.
- Breathwork techniques provide stability and protection during physical activities.
- Combining professional knowledge with personal experiences can offer valuable insights.
Think about your body as a Ferrari when you've had stoma surgery - treat it with absolute care and respect.
In this episode of the UK Health Radio Podcast, Raphaela Reeb hosts Sarah Russell, a clinical exercise physiologist and Pilates teacher with over 30 years of experience. Sarah is also an ostomate, living with a stoma for the past 14 years. The discussion revolves around the importance of fitness and staying active, especially after ostomy surgery. Sarah shares her personal journey, from being an athlete to undergoing emergency surgery and facing multiple complications.
She highlights how fitness became a crucial part of her recovery and regaining independence. Sarah's expertise in fitness for ostomates is evident as she provides practical advice on safe exercise practices, managing strength, and tackling challenges like peristomal hernias. She emphasises the significance of core strength, proper posture, and breathwork in maintaining overall well-being. Sarah's approach combines her professional knowledge with her personal experiences, making her insights both relatable and actionable.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to understand how fitness can transform life after stoma surgery.