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Advantages of the 2-Piece Ostomy System by ConvaTec Have you struggled, or are simply not satisfied, with a one-piece ostomy system? They most certainly come with disadvantages. These inconveniences include inherent limitations to fitting securely around your stoma, along with challenges to releasing excess gas (discretely) as needed. There are a variety of other reasons why you may not have had a great experience with…

Adjusting from surgery? Selecting the right ostomy supplies is a critical component in your recovery post-surgery for every patient, whether you are a young person, senior, or anything in between. The first and most important tip, … be proactive about your health and be uncompromising about finding the right medical supplies that suit your needs (ostomy, wound care, hygiene, dietary supplements, etc.). This was a…

You have had an Ostomy Surgery and now are home. Do you keep wearing the same product the Hospital issued to you? Likely Not. Here’s what you need to agree to right away. 1) The ostomy product you are wearing wasn’t selected specifically for you. It was selected because the brand likely won a hospital contract. The model was chosen because it was most likely…

Tired of looking for this sign? Approximately 10 percent of the entire Canadian population suffers from urinary incontinence, with up to 15 percent living with an overactive bladder. While age, gender, and lifestyle do play a role, the condition is most certainly not isolated to just one or two groups. In fact, nearly everyone should pay more attention to their bladder health because proactive steps…

Hiya Everyone, I know, … I can’t count but #6 will come with my favourite smoothie recipe. As stated before, selecting the right ostomy products is a critical component in your recovery post surgery for every patient, whether you are a young person, senior, or anything in between. The first and most important tip, … be proactive about your health and be uncompromising about finding…

Medihoney is a portmanteau used to reference medical honey, namely manuka honey (aka leptospermum scoparium). The medicinal applications of manuka honey were originally discovered in Australia and New Zealand where bees have pollinated the native manuka bush for centuries. It was borrowed by traditional Chinese medicine and over time made its way overseas. However, it wasn’t until the early 2000s when this unique form of…

InnerGood provides a wide range of ostomy supplies for Ostomates across Canada, so there is certainly no shortage of options when it comes to choosing a pouching system. However, you may be struggling with a decision about transitioning to a two-piece system after having a not-so-great experience with a one-piece set-up. One-piece systems do come with some disadvantages. For instance, they can be challenging to…

Hey Community, AJ here from InnerGood. Getting the right ostomy supplies is critical for a speedy recovery and return to health and wellness for every patient, whether you are a young person, senior, or anything in between. The first and most important tip, … it is essential to have a proactive attitude about your health and be uncompromising about finding the right medical supplies that…

Have you recently had surgery or sustained an injury that resulted in an opening that runs through your epidermis, dermis, or hypodermis? If so, optimal wound care is of extreme importance if you expect to avoid infection, heal in a timely manner, and improve your quality of life. Access to better dressing is critical to enhanced wound care and one brand that stands at the…

We get it. One look at the Canadian ostomy supply product list and you’re overwhelmed by the selection. While it’s great to be able to provide the community with so many choices, those of you who have yet to lock down exactly what you need to optimize your lifestyle simply don’t know where to start. Today, InnerGood is here with an itinerary that will assist…

You may have heard about the stress management benefits of Metagenics Adreset. It’s a great product, but Metagenics recognizes that what’s good for one Canadian goose/gander may not be as suitable for another. Adreset is most appropriate to those suffering from adrenal fatigue, and while Serenagen boasts components to address the same it’s focus is on overall stress mitigation. But we’re getting ahead of ourselves….

We’re going to begin this article with a disclaimer. There is no one-stop shop supplement solution to battling depression. If you are suffering from depression following a medical procedure (post-surgery), personal circumstances, or are concerned that perhaps you are exhibiting signs of depression, then please consult with a mental health physician. We also recommend that you take a look at the following resource at HelpGuide.org…

Wound care is a concern for many Canadians who have suffered a major injury to living tissue and/or undergone a surgery where a significant opening in the epidermis, dermis, and through to the hypodermis is required. There is no oversimplified “band-aid fix” when it comes to wound care, as it is a complex process that demands extreme care is taken to prevent infection and ensure…

Today’s product feature shines a spotlight on an exciting addition to Convatec’s range of ostomy one-piece solutions – Esteem Soft Convex. One-piece systems (where the pouch and adhesive base plate are combined) are preferred by many for a variety of reasons. For one, they boast a lower profile which means they are less visible under clothes, which allows you more options when you swing open…

If you are an Ostomy or Urostomy patient and are in the Metro Vancouver area, join us for an incredible day of learning on October 19th, 2019 for Ostomy Patient Education Day. RSVP today before the event fills up!   Dr. Morad Hameed, MD MPH FRCSC FACS Associate Professor and Chief, Divisions of General Surgery, Vancouver Acute and University of British Columbia Morad Hameed is…

Living in Canada has more benefits than I can list here, but a good school system, solid transportation infrastructure, access to greenspace, relative safety, and healthcare top the charts. Of course, all of these things come with a cost – tax. It can be a tough pill to swallow for some, and traditionally for those living with a serious health condition (including a life altering…

The financial cost of living with an ostomy is not insignificant. While the combined prices of supplies varies by case, you’re looking at upwards of $1000-1200 CAD per year. And that’s just for the basics, including stoma appliances and supporting systems. If you factor in natural health supplements which are important to being the best version of you that you can be, the annual cost…

The team at Inner Good had the wonderful opportunity to speak with one of Vancouver’s top registered clinical counsellors, Roma Palmer, to get her take on the mental side of dealing with chronic health conditions (ulcerative colitis, crohns, cancer, IBD, diabetes, etc). When she said she would create a special article for us on the topic, we jumped at the opportunity. If you are dealing…