Episode 10 Bladder and Bowel Health
Join us for an eye-opening episode as we explore the vital yet less visible topic of bowel and bladder health in children with spinal cord injury. We kick off the conversation with Jodie Thompson, a seasoned clinical nurse consultant with decades of experience in paediatric spinal cord injury care.…
Episode 9 - Love your Skin - preventing and managing wounds
In this episode, we explore the vital topic of pressure injuries, commonly known as skin wounds or pressure ulcers. Joining us are two expert guests: Lis Hunter, a clinical nurse specialist with decades of experience in adult and paediatric spinal cord injury, and Kirsty Kinch, a senior occupationa…
Episode 8 Family Get-aways
Meet our guests: Ashlee Morton is a mum to 2 children as well as being a full time wheelchair user. She is passionate about exploring the world and making it easier for others with a disability to do so as well. Through her work as General Manager at Accessible Accommodation she aims to make the …
Episode 7 Paid work and Tertiary Education
Expand your horizons and ignite your passion for meaningful education and vocation in this insightful episode featuring two seasoned experts. First, hear from Skye Palethorpe, a Vocational Consultant and Occupational Therapist, as she shares valuable mindsets and strategies for exploring work and …
Episode 6 Assistive Technology and Home modifications-the set up right for you
Join us for an insightful episode dedicated to equipment and home modifications! We’re thrilled to welcome two expert guests. First, specialist occupational therapist Toni Blanche will share key insights on selecting the right equipment and planning home modifications for both immediate needs and f…
Episode 5 Got your back - Scoliosis and considerations for management
Join us for an enlightening episode dedicated to neuromuscular scoliosis, a common challenge arising from childhood spinal cord injury and dysfunction (SCI/D). We’re excited to feature three exceptional guests: athlete and scholar Victoria Simpson, along with her mother Deanne, who will share their…
School Life
In this episode, brimming with expert advice and practical guidance on navigating school life, we are joined by two distinguished guests. First up is Hayley Slocombe, an elite para-athlete, University scholar pursuing a Bachelor of Education, and NSW Wheelchair Sports Experience Presenter. Having l…
Growing up with Spinal Cord Injury
Understanding the injury. And ways that parents can help their children understand what happened to them and what can be expected growing up with Spinal Cord Injury. Guests : Dr. Mary Clare Waugh - A Child Specialist in Rehabilitation at Westmead Hospital Sydney Maya Dove - She is a youth case w…
SpineCare's 40 Voices Welcome and Overview
Let's get excited about an enlightening podcast series to help you feel connected and be informed. All about why SpineCare decided to do this series and what these series of podcasts will talk about. And what it's like for a mother of a child who has spinal cord injury. Guests: Sam Frain - Chair…