Anybody used the ostomy belt and if so are they any good
colmac1973
Apr 12, 2019 6:16 am
iMacG5
Apr 12, 2019 7:39 pm
Hi Colmac. I've used the 1-inch wide little stretch belts for a feeling of security. If you're concerned about leakage from the separation of the wafer, you might want something more. What's your situation?
Mike
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Bill
Apr 13, 2019 6:58 am
Hello Colmac. I use a belt all the time and find they are a great help. However, stoma belts are not all the same and I took some time and lots of experimentation to find a design that suited me best. In fact I even tried getting the manufacturer to make one to my own specification. The ones that were best for me were from CUI ( www.cuiwear.com 0800 279 2050 based in Leicester). The reason I like them is that they attach with velcro and are therefore adjustable. They are available on NHS prescription so would not cost you anything to try.
I would add that the belt I use is for a wider/general support of the torso and did not give the specific support needed for my parastomal hernia. I therefore also wear a belt with a buckle designed to put pressure direcly over the stoma. This works well for me as I irrigate and don't need to wear a bag. I do have an alternative that I made for allowing output whilst irrigating, but it is much more bulky and I would not like to be wearing it for everyday use.
As with most thing stoma related I would have a go with these things and see how you get on. If it doesn't work for you then try something else.
Best wishes
Bill
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Apr 13, 2019 3:05 pm
I use supportex belt when I'm lifting anything heavy if I rememeber to put it on! There is no evidence to suggest that support belts prevent anyone from getting a hernia but if available makes sense to wear one if doing anything heavy, abdominal exercises daily are the best way to try and prevent hernia's....there's a trial starting soon for people already with hernia's to see if abdominal excersises will help there's from getting any bigger
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