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eakin® support belts
eakin® support belts have been specifically designed to provide full and complete abdominal support for prevention and treatment of parastomal hernias, whilst ensuring the normal function of your stoma.
Full and complete abdominal support
The lightweight, breathable fabric, also provides firm support whilst still being comfortable even in hot humid conditions.
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Neutral tone fabric and slim line fit for discretion.
Adjustable VelcroTM fastener for easy fitting.
Available in 8 sizes to suit all body shapes.
Washable fabric.
When to use
For active lifestyles - To provide abdominal support during periods of physical activity such as walking, gardening, lifting, sports, housework etc.
For hernia support - Designed by Stoma Care Nurses to provide support for stomas and hernias.
Product options
| 20cm wide belt | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Size | Measurement | Pack size | Product Code |
| Small | 75-90cm | 1 | 839051 |
| Medium | 90-105cm | 1 | 839052 |
| Large | 105-120cm | 1 | 839053 |
| Extra Large | 120-135cm | 1 | 839054 |
| 26cm wide belt | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Size | Measurement | Pack size | Product Code |
| Small | 75-90cm | 1 | 839061 |
| Medium | 90-105cm | 1 | 839062 |
| Large | 105-120cm | 1 | 839063 |
| Extra Large | 120-135cm | 1 | 839064 |
Please note: Assessment and measurement for a support belt should be carried out by a Stoma Care Nurse.
Frequently Asked Questions
Support belts come in 8 sizes to fit different abdomen shapes, widths and lengths. We advise you consult your stoma care nurse or other healthcare professional if you are considering wearing a support belt.
Most ostomates are advised to wear a support garment to a prevent parastomal hernia formation or b.to manage parastomal hernia. Check with your doctor or stoma nurse if it is suitable for you to wear a support garment such a support belt.
Yes, we would advise that you always seek medical guidance when choosing the correct support belt for you.
This varies with each person and so you should speak to your stoma nurse or doctor about this.
No, you should not sleep with your stoma support belt on.
No, eakin® support belts only come in one colour.
It is not advisable to cut your eakin® support belt as this will interfere with the support it is designed to give.
A support belt should be worn around your abdomen. It is designed to be worn over a stoma pouch without restricting natural output from the stoma.
We would recommend you speak to your stoma care nurse or doctor about this. Generally speaking, to achieve accurate support you should be able to fit two fingers between the belt and abdomen.