Hydrotherapy for People with Stoma – Youtube Link

Official News Communications https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fSenr–D5gQ Here is the link for the webinar with our guest speakers Mrs. Nur Madalinah Tan and Mr. Darren Low. As part of the ongoing webinar series conducted by the ASPOA. the organization hosted last June 21, 2024 the second part for this year entitled “Back in the Water- Hydrotherapy and Active […]

Hydrotherapy for Stoma Patients: An ASPOA Webinar

ASPOA Webinar Series 2 Hydrotherapy offers several benefits for individuals with a colostomy bag, promoting both physical and emotional well-being. The warm water used in hydrotherapy helps relax muscles, reduce joint pain, and improve circulation, which can be especially helpful for those recovering from surgery or managing discomfort. Gentle aquatic exercises can also enhance core […]

Stomal Therapy Week June 2025

Official News Communications An invitation to participate in Stomal Therapy Week which is being celebrated during the week of 23-29 June 2025.  This year Australian and New Zealand stomal therapy nurses are collaborating to spread the message of celebrating ‘Ostomateship’ across both countries. Ostomateship is recognising the connection between ostomates and those who support them. […]

Watch on Youtube the Webinar on Parastomal Hernias by OAS

Parastomal Hernias Youtube Link A Webinar Hosted by OAS (Singapore) “We’re excited to share the video on parastomal hernias now available on our website. This video is designed to provide valuable information and visual guidance to help individuals better understand parastomal hernias, their symptoms, and treatment options. We hope it serves as a helpful resource […]

ASPOA Webinar: Parastomal Hernias

Official News Communications Save the date 2.00pm – 3.30 pmCopy and paste the details in order to register: https://bit.ly/ASPOA2025_1 Join Our Free Webinar: Understanding and Managing Parastomal Hernias The OAS Group of Singapore invites you to an insightful webinar on “Understanding and Managing Parastomal Hernias.” We are honored to have Nurse Esther Thng as our […]

New Zealand Country Report July 2024

Official News Communications From a local (Bay of Plenty NZ) point of view the local society has run a number of display days in local shopping malls which have worked really well. Winter is in full bloom now, not a time of the year that I really enjoy but one has little choice in the […]

ASPOA will hold its 4th Congress in Singapore in 2023

Official News Communications After a prolonged hiatus due to the global pandemic, this gathering offers a long-awaited chance for ostomy members to reconvene and reignite their sense of community. With travel restrictions lifted and safety measures in place, participants can once again engage in face-to-face discussions, share knowledge, and learn about the latest advancements in […]

Indonesian Ostomate: A Collaboration Challenge to Address Issues

Official News Communications By Ns. Pipit Lestari, S.Kep Sunday 21st June, the Stoma Nurse Ostomy Support Group (SOS) held an online meeting between stoma nurses and ostomates in Indonesia, which was attended by representatives of the Asia Pacific Ostomy Association (ASPOA) to match ideas about stoma in Indonesia. This meeting identified several stoma challenges in […]

The Joint ASSR/ASPOA Meeting in New Delhi has been cancelled

Official News Communications Mr. Richard McNair, ASPOA President announces that due to the uncertainty for safety on health issues with the worldwide pandemic of the corona virus disease 2019 (COVID 19), the ASPOA has withdrawn its participation in the New Delhi Conference slated November 2020. In a similar action the Asian Society of Stoma Rehabilitation […]