Patient Education Resources

Using TENS for Pain

This pamphlet will help you learn how to use a TENS (transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation) unit at home. It explains pain, how a TENS unit works and how to use it, taking care of your skin, taking care of the unit, and safety guidelines.

Using Your Walking Aid

Using a walking aid (like a cane, crutches, or a walker) can help you lower the amount of weight you put on your leg or help you avoid putting weight on your leg. This pamphlet explains how to use crutches, a walker, and a cane.

Ustekinumab (Stelara®) Therapy

The medication ustekinumab (brand name Stelara®) may help to manage your inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). This pamphlet will help you make an informed decision about whether or not to use this treatment. Topics include what ustekinumab is, how it works, how it is given, how long you will need to take it, and how much it will cost.

Utilisation des gouttes pour les yeux

Ce dépliant fournit des instructions sur l'utilisation des gouttes pour les yeux. This pamphlet is also available in English.

Utiliser de façon optimale la vision qu’il vous reste

Cette brochure fournit de l’information et les conseils de professionnels de la santé sur l’adaptation à une perte de vision. On y traite des types de perte de vision, des conseils pour s’y adapter et de la façon dont la perte de vision affecte vos proches. This pamphlet is also available in English.

UVB Phototherapy

UVB phototherapy is a form of ultraviolet B (UVB) light therapy for your skin. This pamphlet explains what to expect if your dermatologist has ordered this treatment for you.

Uveitis/Iritis

Uveitis is swelling of the eye, similar to arthritis, but in the eye. This pamphlet explains the symptoms of uveitis and how it is treated.

Vaginal Dilation Information for Patients Receiving Treatment for Anal Cancer

This pamphlet gives information about vaginal dilation for people receiving 6 weeks of pelvic radiation treatment and getting chemotherapy during the first and fifth week of radiation.

Vaginal Dilation Information for Patients Receiving Treatment for Cancer of the Endometrium

This pamphlet gives information about vaginal dilation for people who are receiving 4 cycles of chemotherapy, pelvic radiation, about a 3-week recovery period, and then 2 more cycles of chemotherapy.

Vaginal Dilation Information for Patients Receiving Treatment for Cervical and Vaginal Cancer

This pamphlet gives information about vaginal dilation for people receiving pelvic radiation treatments along with weekly chemotherapy.