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If you`ve ever found yourself scrolling social media in bed at night, you may have come across the term `orthosomnia` which describes an obsessive pursuit on achieving a perfect sleep. 😴

Whilst orthosomnia is more of an internet term than an official diagnosis, TPCH Senior Sleep Psychologist Elena says that practicing good sleep hygiene techniques are essential.

"This includes things like ensuring your bedroom environment is dark, cool and comfy, not eating a big meal within three hours of bedtime, getting some sunlight first thing in the morning and making sure you`re not spending too much time in bed when you`re not sleeping," Elena explains.

"The enemy of a good sleep is focussing on it too much but if you`re taking over 30 minutes on average to fall asleep, if you are waking up in the night and finding it hard to go back to sleep or you are still feeling really sleepy after a full 7-9 hours, these are some things that could be a concern.

"If you do have a sleep issue related to falling asleep, staying asleep or waking up too early, then seeing a sleep psychologist is a first line treatment, and your GP can refer you to one." ...

Do you love to fix things, specifically, bones and joints? If so, we have just the role for you! 🧑‍⚕️🦴

Redcliffe Orthopaedic Co-Directors Dr Alexey and Dr Michelle are on the hunt for an Orthopaedic Staff Specialist to deliver care across a broad range of orthopaedic services including trauma, fracture management and reconstructive surgery.

"Orthopaedics rewards precision. Whether that is fixing fractures or replacing joints, everything has to line up well to work again for the patient," Dr Alexey said.

"We are looking for not only a surgeon, but someone who can teach and help train the next generation of doctors, someone who wants to work in a team where their opinions are shared freely and who will collaborate with the team on complex cases."

"A special interest in hand, shoulder or foot and ankle would be a priority, to look after our interesting and complex cases." Dr Michelle added.

If you know a bone-afide orthopaedic star who would be an asset to the team, tag them below or encourage them to apply via the link in our bio. #WorkforusWednesday ...

Did you know that approximately 50,000 Australians live with a stoma?

Despite this, there are many myths on what having a stoma is like! Stomal Therapy Clinical Nurse Consultant Liz and Clinical Nurses Megan and Carolyn work with clinicians and patients at RBWH to provide education and support around stomal therapy and have weighed in on some common myths they hear in their line of work.

👃"Stoma pouches have a distinct smell."👃
All the stoma pouches are odour proof and have a charcoal neutraliser for when gas is passed. There may be a smell when the bag is changed or emptied, but this is done in the bathroom.

🍔"Having a stoma means you can`t eat the foods you enjoy."🍔
Most people can return to a varied diet after surgery. Some foods may cause more gas, odour or blockages for certain people so it`s about knowing your own tolerances and making dietary changes when needed.

👴"Only elderly people have stomas."👴
There are many conditions that may require someone to require a stoma, including cancer, irritable bowel disorders, trauma, neurological conditions or genetic conditions. The highest cohort of IBD patients are young people.

🙅"You can`t live a normal life with a stoma."🙅
Once you are recovered from surgery, the stoma itself doesn`t stop anyone from living their life. People with stomas can work, exercise, travel, swim and shower, and enjoy most of the activities that they did before. ...