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The adhesive edges detach while doing activities like sports

Strenuous physical activity, or any activity with repetitive movements, can result in the edges of the adhesive rolling. In turn, this can cause the adhesive to loosen, ultimately leading to leakage. See below for recommendations.

Recommendations

Brava® Elastic Tape Brava® Elastic Tape

Additional security for all body types

The Brava Elastic Tape secures the position of the baseplate and is elastic so it follows your body shape and movements.

This can mean greater security and longer wear time of your stoma bag.

BravaElastic Tape is also available in other shapes to fit other body profiles and baseplate shapes. 

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The Brava Elastic Tape is designed to prevent the edges of the baseplate from lifting and rolling and keeps your baseplate securely in place. It is elastic so if follows your body shape and allows you freedom of movement. This can mean greater security and longer wear time of your stoma bag.

It is also skin friendly as it absorbs moisture.

It is placed on top of the edges of the baseplate and you can use one or two pieces depending on your need.

Brava® Elastic Tape Straight Brava® Elastic Tape Straight

Additional security for all body types

For square baseplates or straight edges.  Can also secure part of baseplate or extend adhesion area of other tapes.

This can mean greater security and longer wear time of your stoma bag.

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Brava® Elastic Tape Belt Brava® Elastic Tape Belt

Additional security for all body types

Wings provide additional support for outward areas and protect skin from irritation from belt loops.

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

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Use of tight or elastic underwear

  • Consider wearing tight or elastic underwear that cover the ostomy when playing sport to help prevent the adhesive edges from rolling. Support garments can also be worn to help support the bag and reduce the amount of pulling on the skin.
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