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Mar 05, 2018

Redefining 'Broke' for Better Ostomy Care

Topic Explanation:
The forum topic is about redefining the concept of "broke" in the context of ostomy care. The initial post discusses the need for ostomates to continuously strive for improvement in their ostomy care routines, even if their current methods seem "good enough." The post encourages individuals to reconsider what is considered "broke" and to seek ways to improve their situations by extending the time between changes, reducing accidents, eliminating odors, and minimizing the time spent changing the appliance.

Advice and Insights:
- Users express the need for improvement in ostomy supplies and suggest that more competition is needed in the market to drive down costs.
- Sharing user input and suggestions with manufacturers is encouraged, as it can lead to potential improvements in ostomy supplies.
- The concept of making small improvements to achieve noticeable overall progress is highlighted, emphasizing the importance of tailoring products to suit individual needs.
- The idea of striving for improvement and not settling for "good enough" is supported, with the suggestion that individuals should have a say in improvements or design changes for ostomy products.
- Users discuss the influence of consumer feedback on product development and the potential for collective action to bring about positive changes in the availability and design of ostomy supplies.

Conclusion:
The forum discussion provides valuable insights into the need for continuous improvement in ostomy care and the potential impact of user input on product development. It emphasizes the importance of redefining the concept of "broke" and striving for personalized solutions in ostomy care.
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