Custom Hernia Binder with Colostomy Hole Recommendations?

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Julie
Sep 19, 2012 2:17 am

Today I saw my surgeon (after not having to see him for 4 years!) and he told me my colostomy and very large hernia are here to stay. My insides are too messed up for him to try any more surgeries on my abdomen. He did tell me though, that I need to wear a binder for the hernia with a hole cut out for the colostomy. He said there are some out there that can be made specifically for your needs. Does anyone know who makes these / where I can order one?

Mrs.A
Sep 19, 2012 2:26 am

Julie,
Hello, where do you get your supplies? Did you check there?

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Julie
Sep 20, 2012 7:08 pm

I get my supplies at Bryam Healthcare. They do have binders. I guess now I'd like to know if anyone has one that they think is comfortable.

Mrs.A
Sep 21, 2012 12:45 am
Hey Julie,
I did a quick search for ostomy binders and came up with this.....http://sci.rutgers.edu/forum/showthread.php?t=124464. I don't know if it is what you are looking for but thought I would show it to you.

Mrs. A
Julie
Sep 21, 2012 9:39 pm

Thanks, Mrs. A, that was helpful. I was really hoping there would be someone on here with reviews on some...

 

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Mrs.A
Sep 21, 2012 11:09 pm
Try YouTube....
TerryD
Oct 02, 2012 12:00 am

Hey, I am using the NuForm (?) ones sold through Byrum, the hole is custom cut to fit. I get the lightweight ones, the Velcro is very good and stands up well. When you call, you will need the size of your flanges...I wear them nearly every day, but definitely for walks and exercising or housecleaning etc. Good luck! I hate the hernia, but like you, no surgery in my future!

12311981
Oct 03, 2012 4:27 am
Take a look at these guys; the company is in California. http://nu-hope.com/products/belts/index.php
jostler
Oct 19, 2012 5:41 am

Try eBay. Also, I'd seen some on a site a couple months ago. Can't remember where. It wasn't hard to find, though. Start with Edgepark.com and go from there. Seems there are links everywhere. God bless!