Electrical Stimulation in Wound Healing
This pamphlet explains what electrical stimulation in wound healing is, how it is done, what will happen after the treatment, and possible risks.
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Negative Pressure Wound Therapy
Negative pressure wound therapy is a machine that uses controlled negative pressure (like a vacuum) to help heal wounds.
Ostomy Discharge Instructions
This sheet allows you to write down the ostomy supplies that have been ordered for you after you have received ostomy care. Details about follow-up appointments and when to call the Wound and Ostomy Clinic are listed. Contact information for nurses specialized in wound, ostomy and continence in your local areas are listed.
Ostomy Discharge Instructions: Western Zone
This pamphlet gives you space to write down the ostomy supplies that have been ordered for you after you have received ostomy care.
Pressure Injury (Ulcer) Prevention
A pressure injury is an injury to the skin and the tissue under the skin. This pamphlet explains what causes pressure injuries, and what you and your health care team can do to help prevent pressure injuries. This pamphlet is also available in French.
Prévention des plaies de pression (ulcères)
Une plaie de pression est une blessure de la peau et des tissus sous la peau. Le présent dépliant explique ce qui cause les plaies de pression et comment vous et votre équipe soignante pouvez les prévenir. This pamphlet is also available in English.
Soins à dispenser après votre intervention de chirurgie plastique
Le présent dépliant fournit des directives de soins pour la chirurgie de la main, les points de suture et les sutures effectuées au moyen des bandelettes Steri-StripMC. On y traite aussi des problèmes possibles et d’instructions précises à suivre. Un espace pour indiquer votre plan de suivi et les coordonnées des personnes à joindre est fourni à l’arrière du dépliant. This pamphlet is also available in English.