Just when you thought there was no hope, there's Nu-Hope!
You can reference our Belt Guide here or watch a video here!
In general, we need to know the circumference of your body around the line of the stoma. We need to know whether or not you have a hernia and if you do, where is the stoma located in relation to the hernia, and how tall is the hernia from top to bottom?
The Belt Guide has a worksheet on the back. Complete the worksheet and email that information back to us at info@nu-hope.com.
Your Nu-Hope belt will last longer if it is carefully cared for. Hand wash your belt in warm water with a mild soap and hang to dry for best results. If you choose to use harsh detergent or wash in the machine, or place in the dryer, you will decrease the life of your belt.
The Flat Panel belt is designed for pouch support, to aid in the prevention of hernias, to support small reducible hernias and general support around the ostomy. The Flat Panel belt has a non-stretch panel into which the ring or opening is sewn. This panel is what provides the support and it will not conform to irregular bulges.
The Nu-Form belt is designed for non-reducible hernias, larger hernias, to aid in pouch support and for hernias that are not directly behind the stoma. The belt is made of elastic and the ring is placed directly into the elastic (instead of into the panel on the Flat Panel). This offers more flexibility around the stoma area in case of irregular protrusions and hernias, round bellies that may not go flat.