Able.
Able sets out to honor and explore the diversity of abilities we experience as human persons. Our embodied experiences are part of our stories, but they do not define us or limit us. Freeing ourselves from the stigma that chronic pain or illness takes us away from ourselves, Able podcast offers personal stories, sharing of resources, interviews with experts, and more to help us explore the beauty of the continuum of abilities. Join us! All are welcome.
Able.
Over the Moon and Under the Knife
“The best analogy is that a two-hour operation is about as hard on your body as running a 5-kilometer race as fast as you can go. If you were going to do a 5K, you would train for it. It also makes sense that our patients should train for surgery."
- Michael Englesbe, MD
In today's episode, Caitlin and Steph chat about surgery. Caitlin has had two back surgeries and Steph is preparing for a thymectomy. Preparation for surgery is something we don't always think about. Often times, we don't realize the impact we can have on surgical and post-surgical outcomes. Diet, routine, meditation, and creating a network of support are all important elements of healing post-surgery. Listen in for more!
References:
https://www.aamc.org/news/want-better-surgical-results-get-patients-step
Remember that we never walk this journey alone. Helpful numbers if you or someone you love finds themself in need quickly:
988- suicide and crisis hotline
741 741 - crisis text hotline
911- medical emergencies