Comfizz Stoma Support Women's Briefs
The Comfizz Stoma Support Women's Briefs are support briefs that offer discreet security to surgical sites, such as stomas or hernias, and ostomy devices. They apply gentle compression to keep their wearer comfortable and safe during physical activity, and feature a standard height waistband.
Who Are the Comfizz Stoma Support Briefs For?
The Comfizz Stoma Support Briefs are ideal for any woman seeking assured but subtle support around their lower stomach, particularly those with a stoma looking to find the confidence to remain active. These briefs also offer effective support to anyone needing security in this area post-surgery, particularly those who have suffered a hernia.
How Do These Stoma Briefs Work?
By generating gentle compression across the lower stomach these trunks protect their wearer from developing parastomal hernias (hernias around the stoma). Not only does this offer ostomates privacy by concealing their stoma, it also smooths over any bumps or lumps on their stomach.
What Size of Briefs Are Appropriate?
These briefs come in a range of sizes. Because the fabric is designed to stretch, Comfizz sizes are published as overlapping. Please consult the guide below to find the correct size:
Comfizz Size | Waist Measurement (inches) |
Small / Medium | 28 - 32" |
Medium / Large | 34 - 38" |
Large / Extra Large | 40 - 44" |
Are These Stoma Briefs Discreet?
Not only will these briefs completely conceal a stoma, they also will apply a gentle compression to flatten it out and give their wearer a smoother profile.
How Are the Comfizz Stoma Support Briefs Worn?
It is easy to wear these stoma support briefs. Their stretchy and breathable fabric is simply pulled up to the waist, as with conventional underwear.
What Level of Support Do the Comfizz Stoma Support Briefs Offer?
These Comfizz Level 1 support briefs offer soft, gentle support. This is comprehensive enough to help with the day to day difficulties of ostomy care without being indiscreet or restricting the flow of a stoma.
Will These Briefs Help with Stoma Bloat?
Yes, by applying gentle compression to the ostomy bag, these briefs prevent the buildup of gas and the development of bloat.
Are These Stoma Briefs Appropriate for Sport?
The compression offered by these briefs is ideal for preventing the development of hernias during physical activity. They also prevent their wearer's ostomy pouch from shifting uncomfortably.
Are the Comfizz Stoma Support Briefs Comfortable?
The gentle compression of these shorts keeps an ostomy device secure without sacrificing comfort. The material is also soft and breathable which allows the wearer to exercise without the excessive sweating.
Which Colours of Stoma Briefs Are Available?
These briefs are available in two colours:
Please select one from the drop down menu at the top of this page.
How Will These Briefs Help with an Ostomy Pouch?
These briefs offer secure and discreet support to any ostomy device. Not only do they prevent the device from moving about or becoming dislodged during physical activity, they also conceal it so that their wearer can feel comfortable in their own privacy.
How Will These Stoma Briefs Help with a Hernia?
The gentle compression of these briefs can help to provide the support hernia patients need after surgery, to prevent the development of further hernias. By applying compression to the stoma they also prevent the development of peristomal hernias (hernias around the stoma).
Will These Stoma Briefs Restrict Stoma Flow?
No, the stoma briefs will not restrict stoma flow. The support provided by the Comfizz briefs is firm but gentle, and will not put unnecessary pressure on stoma bags or ostomy devices.
Can the Comfizz Stoma Support Briefs Be Worn at Night?
Since these briefs are designed to stop ostomy devices from moving unnecessarily, they are the perfect tool to maintain comfort throughout the night.
Are the Comfizz Stoma Support Briefs Machine Washable?
These briefs are machine washable at 40ºC, so there's no need for inconvenient hand-washing routines. They are not, however, appropriate to dry clean, iron, tumble dry or bleach.