Previous event: How to manage peripheral neuropathy
This event took place on Wednesday 27 July 2022.
Join our online support event on Wednesday 27 July from 6.30-7.30pm on Zoom. It's a free information and support event for everyone affected by bowel cancer, including loved ones.
Chemotherapy can damage the nerve endings in the hands, feet and lower legs. This is called neuropathy. Symptoms can include pins and needles, weakness or numbness, which can make it hard to do everyday tasks.
Lauren Urwin, Senior Specialist Oncology and Haematology Occupational Therapist, and Beth Sellwood, Senior Specialist Oncology and Haematology Physiotherapist, will discuss peripheral neuropathy following treatment, the common symptoms and ways to help manage them.
There will be the opportunity to take part in a Q&A session.
About the speakers
Lauren Urwin, Senior Specialist Oncology and Haematology Occupational Therapist, Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
Lauren has been an Occupational Therapist for ten years, working in a range of services from urgent community teams to medical wards. She has spent the last four years specialising in cancer and haematology. Her work largely focuses on rehabilitation and symptom management within this speciality.
Bethany Sellwood, Senior Specialist Oncology and Haematology Physiotherapist, Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
Beth has been working as a Specialist Oncology and Haematology Physiotherapist at Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust for five years. Her current role involves supporting inpatients with an oncological diagnosis throughout their cancer pathway. Beth has a special interest in symptom management in oncology populations, and strength-based conditioning for oncology patients.