Hi first time watching your video . I have a stealth belt I'm from uk and it's a great product .
I feel support and safe wearing it . Recommend to all Ostomy users.

Hi Alfie,

I'm glad you enjoy your StealthBelt!

After watching your video and reading the information I didn't see a great option for a high output ileostomy that has to remain upright due to being all liquid. I have to empty up to 6 times per day and if it were sideways I would have lots of leaks.

Are there any covers or supports that would work that don't compress the bag too much that it can't fill? I do need something to help support it and cover it and especially when wearing shorts or bathing suit. I'm 6'1 160 lbs. Ileostomy is a little above my belly button. Bag from middle of stoma to end is 11"'s. I also don't know if they make a cover to help with sweating.

I would appreciated receiving any suggestions you might have.

Thanks,

Scott

Hi Scott, I tend to empty my bag more than 6 times a day and it's never really been an issue using these support products.

Where it becomes more of an issue is when an ostomy bag fills up much faster than usual. In that case, you don't really have much time to empty it and the reduced capacity due to the compression of these products make that more difficult.

Part of the challenge with a support garment is that it needs to be on tight enough to provide support, but not so tight that it restricts the capacity of the bag too much.

Sometimes it's easy to find something that fits just right, but other times it may take a few tries to get the right size or find the right product.

Even with ostomy wraps that have worked for me in the past, they begin to stretch out a bit with long term use and they no longer provide the support that I'm looking for.

I would consider looking at wraps before any other support products because they tend to be simplistic in how they work and you should be able to identify any issues when wearing them without having to spend a ton of money on something more specialised.

i like to buy Belted pouch cover style after watching the video....and how to buy?pls share...tq

Hey Bard,

That product is unfortunately no longer available due to the company going under :(

There may be other companies making a similar product but you may need to visit their website to find out: https://www.veganostomy.ca/ostomy-clothing-manufacturers/

I'm in the UK. I've tried to order a support waistband from my supplier (Coloplast) who have told me that i cannot order one as i must be fitted out by my stoma nurse. I was under the impression that a support band would be helpful to me when gardening and lifting (physical activities), but they seem reluctant to let me have one.

Does anyone else have trouble getting supplies?

Hi Elaine, Welcome to the forum. If it’s a support belt for a hernia yes it’s gonna have to be measured by a nurse to suit your requirements. If it’s for light support while you’re doing jobs in the garden have a look at a company called “Comfizz” they are UK based and have a great range of products at affordable prices 😀

Hi Elaine,

Regular support garments don't typically need to be fitted by a stoma nurse, however, is it possible that they are referring to a hernia prevention/support belt? That would be more appropriate for lifting as a means to potentially help prevent hernias around the stoma, and those would need to be fitted as the measurements are really important.

Well I avoided getting a support belt thinking I won’t be in This situation for long but Since my hernia has been getting worst and uncomfortable at times I finally did order one after my stoma nurse strongly recommended one. And I just received mine today finally after a three week wait!!! What a difference!!! I strongly recommend everyone who needs one to get one makes a world of a difference if you have to endure a herniated or prolapsed stoma!

@yvan-charbonneau Which one did you get? Glad it's been helpful! 👌

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This is the belt in question 

@yvan-charbonneau Nu-Hope! I think I've the same one, but haven't used it (got it to see how the quality was). Those are pretty popular as far as hernia support belts are concerned! Good stuff 👍

Hi

Thankyou for your response.

After a bit of heckling Coloplast asked me to contact Respond.co.uk for advice.
They sent me a tape measure and instructions on how to take the correct measurements. After review they advised RES 6 breathable stretch belt. I have not reveived it yet, but hope that i find some benefit once i receive it

Let us know how it goes, Elaine! Good luck!

Received my belt. A bit uncomfortable at first due to the stiffness of the belt being new, but when lifting and doing strenuous activity in the garden it certainly gives a feel of security. Glad i had it

Thanks for the update, Elaine! I'm glad you notice a positive difference. I think you'll get used to the feeling over time. I'm the same with new belts and accessories, then one day I don't even remember that I'm wearing one. 

HOW can poop 💩 come out around the surrounding hole that my stoma comes through? I have seen it myself & NO, the poop was NOT coming out of my stoma!