Supporting products are often essential for keeping the skin healthy, preventing leaks, and helping patients feel secure. Always check patients receive both their bags and their supporting products in a timely manner.
Supporting products are accessories used alongside stoma bags (appliances) to:
- Improve comfort and security
- Protect the skin
- Prevent or manage leaks
- Help patients live more confidently
Common Types of Supporting Products
Skin Barriers & Seals
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- Wipes, sprays, creams, or powders that protect the skin from irritation.
- Barrier rings/pastes help seal uneven skin surfaces and prevent leaks.
Adhesive Removers
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- Sprays or wipes that make it easier to remove stoma bags without damaging the skin.
Deodorants & Air Fresheners
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- Ostomy Deodorants: These are liquid or tablet products that are placed inside the ostomy bag to neutralise odours.
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Air Fresheners: While not specifically designed for ostomy care, air fresheners can be used in the surrounding environment to help mask any odours that might escape from the ostomy bag.
Belts & Support Garments
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- Help keep the appliance in place.
- Provide abdominal support, especially for patients with hernias.
Why are they important?
- Skin protection: Prevent soreness and infections, which are common if output leaks onto skin.
- Leak prevention: Help ensure a snug, secure fit of the stoma bag.
- Comfort & confidence: Reduce odour, noise, and fear of accidents, helping patients live more normally.
- Quality of life: Small changes (like a barrier ring or deodorant drops) can make a huge difference to daily confidence.
- Reduced healthcare burden: Good stoma care prevents complications that could lead to GP or hospital visits.