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Exercising with an Ostomy

Exercising with an Ostomy | Products That Can Help

In this blog, we discuss exercising with an ostomy and what products can make living an active lifestyle with a stoma easier and worry-free.

Laura Cox, LPC
exercise with an ostomy

How to Exercise with an Ostomy

We discuss how to exercise with an ostomy safely-reintegrating yourself into an exercise routine and how to stay healthy while doing it.

Laura Cox, LPC
Swimming with an Ostomy

Swimming with an Ostomy

The idea of submerging your new ostomy in water can sound scary. But with the correct supplies, swimming with an ostomy can be a fun, carefree experience!

Laura Cox, LPC

Serving Medicare Ostomates Nationwide
Now that summer is here, may I swim in a pool? If so, will my ostomy bag be affected by chlorine in the water?
CarolAnne
Hi! You may swim in a pool!
 
If your ostomy flange has a waterproof barrier you can go in the pool without any additional products. If your ostomy flange does not have a waterproof barrier...