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This handout explains the purpose of radiofrequency ablation and microwave ablation. It describes what you can expect before, during, and after treatment.  
 

This handout gives step-by-step instructions for 7 simple exercises that will help your gain flexibility in your shoulder, arm, and hand. Be sure to check with your physical therapist before trying any new exercises.

This handout gives step-by-step instructions and illustrations for 10 exercises to help prevent injuries to the upper body and increase strength and range of motion in the arms.

This handout explains a Rathke's cleft cyst, a sac filled with fluid that forms between the parts of the pituitary gland at the base of the brain. It includes symptoms and treatment options.

This poster gives information about why it is important to incorporate physical activity while in recovery. It reviews the health benefits of walking, cancer-related fatigue, preparing for transplant, and what happens during bed rest.

This handout tells how to take care of yourself after having anesthesia. It also explains what side effects are normal, and when to call for help.

This handout explains the changes being made to the standard blood transfusion guidelines for inpatients at the Fred Hutch Cancer Center and University of Washington Medical Center. It provides information on red blood cells (RBC's), Hemoglobin, Hematocrit, and the indication and thresholds for blood transfusion. The material is meant to be a supplement to the discussions you will have with your treatment team.

This handout explains regional anesthesia, a numbing medicine you may receive before surgery to keep you from feeling pain. It tells what to expect, benefits and risks, and common side effects.

This handout explains the most common flap donor sites that are used at University of Washington Medical Center (UWMC) to reconstruct after surgical removal of skin, fat, muscle, or skeletal support.

This "Rehab and Beyond" manual was written by patients and staff who are serving as Advisors on the Rehabilitation Services Patient and Family Advisory Council at UWMC. It describes the Rehab Unit, the care team, and what to expect during the hospital stay. It also lists many resources to access after leaving the hospital. These resources can help with hiring caregivers, transportation and recreation options, personal relationships, and more. The manual includes these chapters, which are also listed as individual handouts on Health Online: "Entry to UWMC," "About the Rehab Unit," "UWMC Services and Facilities," "Your Care Team," "Your Plan of Care and Setting Goals," "Support," "Financial Concerns," "Care After Discharge," "Managing Caregivers," "Self-care," "Eating to Heal," "Safety Concerns," "Follow-up," and "Helpful Resources."

This "Rehab and Beyond" manual was written by patients and staff who are serving as Advisors on the Rehabilitation Services Patient and Family Advisory Council at UWMC. It describes the Rehab Unit, the care team, and what to expect during the hospital stay. It also lists many resources to access after leaving the hospital. These resources can help with hiring caregivers, transportation and recreation options, personal relationships, and more. The manual includes these chapters, which are also listed as individual handouts on Health Online: "Entry to UWMC", "About the Rehab Unit," "UWMC Services and Facilities," "Your Care Team," "Your Plan of Care and Setting Goals," "Support," "Financial Concerns," "Care After Discharge," "Managing Caregivers," "Self-Care," "Eating to Heal," "Safety Concerns," "Follow-up," and "Helpful Resources."