This topic is about using stoma support belts, particularly focusing on how often and for how long people wear them. The person who started the discussion has bought a support belt to use when lifting heavy items and is curious about others' experiences with these belts.

Here are some insights and advice shared by others:

1. Using the belt as an occasional safety aid:
- Many people wear the support belt only during the times they are actually lifting heavy objects, like golf bags, bags of soil, or lumber. They find that the belt provides extra confidence and protection against accidental dislodging of their appliance, even if it's not always necessary.

2. Using the belt as a continuous precaution:
- Some individuals who frequently lift heavy items prefer to wear the support belt all the time as a precautionary measure. This is true even when they use a stoma plug or cap and have no output, as it offers them peace of mind.

3. Comfort observations:
- While wearing the belt continuously can feel a bit restrictive, similar to wearing a corset, most people find it tolerable because they believe it provides necessary protection.