S2 Ep 5 Bowel Management, freedom and dignity - a patient's story - a podcast by ISCoS

In this fifth episode, Prof Ruth Marshall is joined by Bev Collins, clinical lead nurse for Wellspect UK and Sallyanne Haigh, a nurse of 30 years, to discuss ‘a patients story.’

Sallyanne recounts her patient story starting six years ago when she sustained an L1 complete spinal cord injury during a horse-riding accident. Sallyanne shares all aspects of her journey from the very low points to embracing change and overcoming adversity. Through determination, passion, and understanding of her injury and bowel management for her individual needs, she took back control of her life, giving her freedom and dignity. As Prof Ruth Marshall states,'Providing the next education with regards to their [the patient's] body so they can make a decision about their care, their quality of life, their dignity and their freedom.'

Sallyanne continues to practice as a nurse and has become an ambassador, motivational speaker, and peer support provider as she shares her lived experience and professional knowledge through various charities. Wellspect have also launched a peer support service in which Sallyanne was heavily involved in the making of. In the words of Bev Collins, ‘this is an absolute game-changer in the care and support provided.’

Read Sallyanne's blog 'Back in the Saddle' 

Special thanks to Wellspect for their support and partnership.

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