Frequently Asked Questions
Support Belts
No, some clients use a Nu-Hope support belt to prevent a hernia developing. The belt may be worn when taking exercise, for example.
You can have a plain belt, but many of our clients prefer to have a hole so that their flow into the pouch is not compromised. The over-belt allows a lower level of tension across the pouch, which can be released at any time.
It reduces the risk of the stoma pushing out too much and gives adjustable tension across the pouch without affecting the main support belt.
They usually easily last 12 months when rotated with a second belt. They have been known to last several years.
Normally this is five weeks after the order was first placed, but can be as little as three weeks.
A combination of synthetic, elastic and polyester fibres which means they are latex® free.
Yes, they can be machine washed on a ‘delicates’ cycle 30/40 degrees setting. It is important not to use a tumble drier.
Yes, Nu-Hope support belts are on prescription for England and Wales, but not as yet for Scotland and Northern Ireland. They can also be purchased privately so please ask for a quotation.
Yes, each belt is made for the individual needs. Most commonly inserting the ring that fits the client’s make of pouch.
In special requests belts are made with two holes and can accommodate two different makes of pouch.
Belts can be made with an auxilliary belt to give extra support and can be tailored to fit the client. The auxilliary belt can be moved up or down to give extra support for a heavy, low hernia without interfering with pouches.
Pouches
The Nu-Hope urinary pouch has an adhesive applied to a synthetic foam pad. The pad is inert, which means it does not react to moisture of any kind and is resistant to erosion.
This can vary as each individual has a different urinary cycle and have their own preferences. The pouches can usually be worn for three days without a problem and in the U.S.A. seven days is not unknown. It depends what suits you and your skin.
The Nu-Hope urinary pouch will connect directly to the Coloplast 21365 Night Drainage Bag. Also, another alternative is the 800ml capacity, Nu-Hope urinary pouch which can mean a night drainage bag is not required.
To date no-one has reported any difficulty with the cap closure security. It has also proved easier to use for clients with the use of one hand.