Palliative Care Rehabilitation

Living with a life-limiting illness like cancer or an end-stage medical condition can be challenging, and Sukino aims to help individuals facing such circumstances ‘add life to their days’. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), Palliative Care is a comprehensive approach to improving the quality of life for patients with life-threatening illnesses. It involves early identification and management of complications that cause physical, psychosocial, and spiritual problems, with the goal of relieving pain and suffering. Palliative Care seeks to enhance patients’ quality of life with the disease, allowing them to lead reasonably active lives with dignity and free from distress.

Sukino takes a holistic approach, supporting the psychological, physical, and social needs of patients with medical conditions that cannot be cured but can be managed with comfort care. It focuses on the overall well-being of the patient rather than just the disease, providing support in managing cancer symptoms and side effects. These services are particularly beneficial for patients with cancer, chronic kidney disease, tracheostomy, or colostomy. Sukino offers specialized care that may be challenging for families to provide at home. 

Sukino’s interdisciplinary team of professionals including pain specialists, palliative specialists, palliative nurse specialists, psychologists, nutritionists, mind-body medicine specialists, physiotherapists, and occupational therapists practices ethical, evidence-based palliative medicine. They are dedicated to caring for patients from the time of diagnosis throughout the entire course of the illness. They work collaboratively to provide patient-centric management, offering symptom control and supportive care for a range of life-limiting illnesses while empowering the family to provide comfort until the end.

In addition to its outpatient clinic and inpatient palliative care services, Sukino also provides palliative services at home. Their multidisciplinary home care teams, including doctors, nurses, and counselors, conduct planned home visits on weekdays to support patients and their families in coping with the illness and its impact. 

What does Palliative Care Encompass?

Palliative Care encompasses a range of services including:

Comprehensive Care:

Pain experienced by patients and their families generally encompasses various dimensions – physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual – which together form the concept of ‘Total Pain.’ During palliative care, professionals conduct a thorough assessment of all these aspects to develop personalized plans, including both non-pharmacological and pharmacological approaches to treatment and care that address the unique needs of each patient and caregiver.

Specialized Nursing Support:

Palliative Nurse Specialists are highly skilled professionals trained to offer guidance and assistance in practical patient care. They empower patients and caregivers to effectively manage symptoms at home, ensuring that they feel confident and supported. 

Extended Care at Home:

Upon discharge, the team of palliative care professionals continues to oversee the patient’s care in the familiar and comforting environment of their own home. The necessary support and equipment that the patients might require are discussed thoroughly, and further, the family also is guided on caregiving.

Interventional Pain Management:

The approach to pain management must extend beyond medication. Further, a holistic approach must be adopted to effectively address challenging and unmanageable pain. In cases where pain persists despite conventional measures, interventional pain management tailored to each patient’s specific requirements is provided. These interventions may include ultrasound-guided procedures or other state-of-the-art techniques. 

Why Choose Sukino for Palliative Care 

When it comes to palliative care, Sukino stands out as a top choice due to its exceptional services and commitment to patient well-being. Here are several compelling reasons why Sukino Healthcare should be your preferred provider for palliative care: 

Doctor-supervised pain management: Skilled physicians at Sukino Healthcare work closely with the care team to assess and address patients’ pain needs. This ensures that individuals receive personalized pain relief methods, enhancing their overall comfort and quality of life.

24-hour nursing & care-taking: With a team of dedicated professionals available 24/7, patients receive continuous support, medication administration, and assistance with daily activities. This unwavering availability ensures that patients’ needs are promptly attended to at any time.

Ambulant and bed-ridden patient monitoring devices: By constantly monitoring vital signs utilizing advanced ambulant and bed-ridden patient monitoring devices, we detect any changes in health conditions early. This proactive approach enables timely interventions and ensures patient safety and well-being.

Bed-sore prevention and management: The use of specialized equipment such as pressure-relieving mattresses and regular repositioning techniques helps us minimize the occurrence of bed sores and provide optimal wound care when needed.

Portable ventilation support: We at Sukino offer portable ventilation support for patients who require assistance with breathing. Our skilled respiratory therapists help manage respiratory conditions effectively. This service ensures that patients with respiratory issues receive the necessary support to maintain comfortable breathing.

Specialized Nutrition: Sukino focuses on specialized nutrition tailored to each patient’s needs, further providing personalized meal plans, and ensuring that patients receive appropriate nourishment for their specific conditions.

Drain & Stoma care: We at Sukino also offer drain and stoma care, catering to patients with specific medical requirements. Our trained caregivers provide assistance and guidance in managing these aspects, promoting patient comfort and well-being.

Counseling and support: Sukino recognizes the importance of emotional support and offers counseling and support services. We tend to understand the challenges faced by patients and their families during palliative care, and our compassionate team is always there to provide the patients with comfort, guidance, and empathy.

By providing this comprehensive management and care in collaboration with the treating team, Sukino Healthcare stands out as the leading healthcare institution for Pain and Palliative Care. Our commitment to addressing the diverse needs of patients and their families sets us apart and ensures exceptional care throughout the journey.