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Choosing an Ostomy System Before leaving the hospital after your surgery, it is important to consult with your ostomy nurse to help you choose an ostomy system that best fits your needs.  Depending on the type of ostomy surgery performed, ileostomy, urostomy, or colostomy, the products needed at home can vary greatly.  While many people leave the hospital with one particular solution and find that it works well for their needs, there are many solutions that can be geared for your speci …

Support Stockings are used to treat a variety of conditions, their many uses range from:Reducing the swelling of ankles and feetHelping with the treatment of Varicose VeinsRelieving tired aching legs of those who are on their feet for long periods of time, such as nurses, waitresses, etc.Preventing life-threatening blood clots during hospital stays or while travelingHelping runners improve performance and helping legs recover after a hard runNo matter what your reason is for using them, proper c …

Last month we posted a video from Youtube User "OstomyStory" about how to change your ostomy bag.  As Laura describes in this video, she was a month out from the surgery and throughout the year she learned several tips and tricks as well as using a two piece system which contributed to the new video.  …

Does your back hurt?If it does, you're not alone. According to the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, back pain is one of the most common medical problems. In fact, back pain will be an issue for 8 out of 10 people at some point in their lives.If you have 5-10 minutes a day, you could have a natural, drug-free solution to back pain with the SpineDok.   How Does it Work?The SpineDok uses a combination of gravity and a specially curved base to gently stretch the …

 Meet the newest addition to the external catheter family. The SpiritTM external catheter with Hydrocolloid Adhesive Sheath. What makes this external catheter different?The SpiritTM catheter is the first and only self-adhering catheter to combine the skin protection of a hydrocolloid with the breathability of silicone. This unique combination gives users peace of mind, promotes skin integrity and provides a secure, leak free fit. What is a hydrocolloid?Hydrocolloids have been widely used in the …

    The Fig Leaf Urinary Drainage Bag by SteriGear   Putting Dignity First. "How many of us have had this experience?" asks Earl Christensen, VP of Product Development. "I recently visited a good friend in the hospital and his room was first rate. Then my eye caught his grandkid's eyes looking at his urine bag. It was a bad experience for the kids, embarrassing to my friend, and certainly not good for the hospital. We designed The Fig LeafTM to benefit everybody in this story - t …

Herbs and many plants have long been used for their natural abilities to promote healing of many of the ailments we have suffered over the past thousands of years. In fact most medications both prescriptions as well as over the counter, are based largely on chemicals naturally found in plants. Trying some of the remedies below before you reach for the prescription bottle may help to alleviate minor problems with less fuss and cost!Aloe Leaves are great for treating minor skin irritations, even s …

 Starting August 29th, some of the world's best athletes will be competing in the the 2nd largest sporting event in the world, the Paralympic Summer Games. This year is expected to be the biggest Paralympic Games ever. Although these games are rising quickly in popularity, there are still a lot of interesting facts about the history of the Paralympics that you may not know. WHY "PARALYMPICS"?  The name comes from the Greek word "para" which means "beside" or "along side". This meaning is fitting …

Updated 9/25/2024  “How do I get my pouch to work with the creases in my abdomen?”  “How do I get a difficult pouch to stick?”  “What can I do to pouch a retracted stoma?”  These are just some of the questions heard from ostomates on a daily basis, the world over.  With the help of these tips today, hopefully you can avoid come of the common challenges that face anyone with an ostomy. When in doubt, always contact your medical team. They know your individual needs b …