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    Are the edges of the barrier lifting or rolling away from your skin?

    If the edges of the barrier begin to detach from your skin, they can lift and create channels underneath. Edges typically lift or roll for a variety of reasons: they may catch on clothing or swell from absorbing lots of moisture after a hot bath or time in a hot tub. Perhaps you didn't seal the edges well to your skin upon application. Or, in some cases, the barrier may not be big enough to follow the movements or stretching of the area around the stoma. Regardless, it's important to ensure the barrier is secure - so that lifting at the edges doesn't compromise the seal around the stoma.

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    Brava® Elastic Barrier Strips – Curved Brava® Elastic Barrier Strips – Curved

    Elastic -- so they move with you

    The Brava® Elastic Barrier Strip secures the position of the barrier and is elastic so it follows your body shape and movements.

    Brava® Elastic Barrier Strip is also available in other shapes to fit other body profiles and types of barriers. 
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    The Brava® Elastic Barrier Strip is designed to prevent the edges of the barrier from lifting and rolling and keeps your barrier securely in place. It is elastic so it follows body contours and movements. This can provide greater security and peace of mind that your barrier will stay in place.

    They are also skin-friendly as they absorb moisture.

    The strips are designed to stick around the edges of your barrier (overlapping onto your skin, like a picture frame around your barrier). You can use either one or two strips, depending on where you need extra security.

    Brava® Elastic Barrier Strips – Y-Shape Brava® Elastic Barrier Strips – Y-Shape

    Extra support for outward areas

    Brava® Elastic Barrier Strips – Y-Shape provides extra support and adhesive coverage for extra security, especially in outward areas such as a hernia. They are elastic, so they move with you as you bend and stretch.
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    Brava® Elastic Barrier Strips – Y-Shape keep your barrier in position for extra security. They are elastic, so they move with you as you bend and stretch. They are also skin-friendly as they absorb moisture.

    They are now available in new shapes to fit most sizes and shapes of barriers.

    Brava® Elastic Barrier Strips – Straight Brava® Elastic Barrier Strips – Straight

    Elastic so they move with your body as you bend and stretch

     

     

    Brava® Elastic Barrier Strips – Straight fit square barriers. They keep the barrier in place, and move with you as you bend and stretch.
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    Brava® Elastic Barrier Strips – Straight keep your barrier in position for extra security. They are elastic, so they move with you as you bend and stretch. They are also skin-friendly as they absorb moisture.

    They are now available in new shapes to fit most sizes and shapes of barriers.

    IMPORTANT! If you have any concerns – such as skin problems or how to use new products – you should always consult your ostomy nurse.

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    • Remember to always smooth out skin folds when you apply your barrier. Double-check that you’re following the optimal application routine by clicking the link. 
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    Right product to fit your body profile

    You may be able to improve your pouching system's fit by using a product that is better suited for your body profile. Click the link below the video to take the BodyCheck to ensure you are using the right pouching system.

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    Right product to fit your body profile

    Click the link to take the BodyCheck to ensure you are using the right pouching system.

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    For additional support and advice concerning leakage, please visit the Coloplast® Care site.

    Check your ostomy health regularly

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    Join Coloplast® Care, our personalized support program that offers support and education when you need it, and we will remind you to check on your ostomy health on a regular basis.

    The Ostomy Check helps you stay engaged with your pouching routine, enabling you to check that your skin is still healthy and, if not, seek guidance and advice to get you on the right track. 

    Join Coloplast®  Care here or call us at 1-877-858-2656.

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