Support for an ileostomy pouch.
Can anyone advise me on the above.
I like to walk at least 4miles per day and also fly - fish in the river, so wading on pebbles and undulating ground.
Thanks in anticipation.
@ComminityMember02fb34 - I would suggest that you look at Ostomy Secrets for support clothing - undergarments etc. and Stealthbelt for a support belt. I use a a Nu-hope hernia belt but my stoma is below my waist and so the Stealth might be more bulky for me. The Nu-hope is a stretchy belt with a hole for your bag to go through. I think you may prefer a stealthbelt for the support and they are easily washed. They do not accept insurance the last time I checked but your insurance company may reimburse you if you have a script for some. I know that some due. They run about $100+ and are custom made. Check out their site. Good luck and happy fishing etc!! My best to you Linda Urbanski (moderator, Bladdercancer.net team member)
Many thanks Linda for your confirmation email.
Very much appreciated.@CommunityMember02fb34 - Please feel free to reach out any time. I have had my urostomy for over 8 years and pretty much know the ins and outs so to speak of the majority of things that may arise. Always here to help out. Linda Urbanski (moderator, Bladdercancer.net team member)
@CommunityMember02fb34 - Goodness --excuse my typos. It should say that insurance companies do reimburse for stealthbelt at times - worth it to check in to it. Also I think I spelled your profile name incorrectly so please read my other post. I wish we could edit these 😀
hi while the advice would be similar for both, I am just checking if you are referring to a urostomy ( after bladder removal) or an illeostomy after part of your bowel is removed? Either way looking to get a support belt or vest would certainly help. You may want to take a look here for some tips and advice https://bladdercancer.net/video/exercising-after-stoma-surgery Laura, Moderator, BladderCancer.net It will be for a Urostomy.
I would add to change your bag the night before your walks to let it settle before your walks. Also carry a spare plastic bottle to empty your urostomy if you walk where there will be no access to restrooms. Laura, Moderator, BladderCancer.net
also this https://bladdercancer.net/living/summertime-ostomy-management Laura, Moderator, BladderCancer.net
