Patient Initiated Follow-up (PIFU) for Physiotherapy for Pelvic Floor Dysfunction (Including: Pelvic Organ Prolapse, Urinary Incontinence & Urinary Urgency)
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information. Most of your questions should be answered by this leaflet. If after reading it you have any concerns or require further explanation, please discuss this with a member of the healthcare team. What is a Patient Initiated Follow-up (PIFU) pathway? A patient-initiated follow-up (PIFU) means that we will not … Read More
Low Residue Diet
What is a low residue diet? A low residue diet is made of foods that will leave a minimal amount of undigested material in the digestive tract. Why do I need to follow a low residue diet? A low residue diet may be used when the bowel needs temporary rest, to reduce bowel secretions or prevent bowel obstruction. It may … Read More
Low Fibre Diet
What is fibre? Fibre is found in foods originating from plants. Some types of fibre cannot be broken down in our digestive system and as a result pass straight through the digestive tract adding bulk to bowel motions. Why do I need a reduced fibre diet? This is normally used as a short-term treatment, where the bowel requires temporary rest, … Read More
Eating with an Ileostomy
Introduction An Ileostomy is made by surgically bringing part of your small bowel (ileum) through your abdominal wall, to form an opening on the surface of your skin. Now you have an ileostomy, digested food will no longer enter the large bowel (colon). The colon’s main role is to absorb salts and fluid; therefore, your stools may be looser than … Read More
Eating with an Ileoanal Pouch
What is an Ileoanal Pouch An ileoanal pouch is made by using the ileum (the lower end of the small intestine), which is joined to the anus following removal of the larger bowel (colon). The aim of the pouch is to replace the function of the rectum, and store stool until it can be passed out of the body in … Read More
Dietary Advice for Strictures and Adhesions
Introduction The aim of this leaflet is to provide dietary advice for strictures and adhesions of the bowel. Stricture: a narrowing of the bowel that could be caused by inflammation or scar tissue. Adhesion: a band of scar tissue that may form after surgery or due to inflammation. Severe strictures and adhesions could lead to obstructions, which can cause bloating, … Read More
Diet with a Colostomy
Introduction A colostomy is made by surgically bringing part of your large bowel (colon) through your abdominal wall, to form an opening on the surface of your skin. The surgeons will advise you when you can start to eat and drink after your operation. Usually, you will start with soft foods and should be able to progress to a normal, … Read More
Acapella – Secretion clearance device
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to provide instructions on how to effectively clear your chest using the Acapella secretion clearance device. Most of your questions should be answered by this leaflet. It is not intended to replace the discussion between you and your physiotherapist, but may act as a starting point for discussion. If after reading it you have … Read More