A stoma guard is a protective cover worn over the stoma to shield it from impact, seat belts and pressure. The Stoma Stifler™ is a lightweight stoma guard that also suppresses stoma noise, made from closed-cell, high-density polyurethane foam.
The Stoma Stifler is a soft/hard hybrid product that guards effectively down the spine with rigidity while conforming to the body with its flexible rim. The molded high density polyurethane foam allows for superior protection while suppressing unpredictable and potentially embarrassing stoma noise.
The cup shaped design and close fit to the body provides a sound barrier that contains ostomate noise. The inner core is a dense closed cell polyurethane foam with excellent acoustic dampening properties that are commonly used in automotive acoustic engineering.
The symmetrical design allows for both left and right stoma applications (either colostomy or ileostomy), and the soft cup is flexible as it conforms to the body.
Sports and Exercise: The Stoma Stifler is a softer armor option for maximum comfort, and effective protection. It is smaller than any other guard option available. The Stoma Stifler weighs less than a smartphone, while offering excellent sound suppression. Its gentle pressure preserves the adhesion of the appliance, preventing possible leaks that could stem from adhesion issues. The Stoma Stifler also preserves the integrity of the pouch, making it last longer.
Housework: The Stoma Stifler creates a safeguard against countertop bumps, rubs and knocks. It is a general defense from all of the unpredictable everyday places that seem to find the stoma area and present impact risks.
Gardening: The Stoma Stifler creates the perfect buffer area around the stoma when bending.
Office: Sitting at a desk often rubs at the stomal area. Be assured that the Stoma Stifler will be there to absorb all of those office bumps. Quiet office workers depend on the noise suppression qualities as well as the guard properties of the Stoma Stifler.
Worship: Crowd protection during busy worship services as well as noise suppression when all is quiet. Unpredictable and potentially embarrassing stoma noise is abated.
Seat Belts: Many of our customers use the Stoma Stifler specifically to make seat-belt use comfortable and preventing the belt from directly pulling/pushing at the stoma. The hybrid design (firm spine yet soft contoured edges) greatly improves day to day quality of life for drivers and passengers alike!
Grandchildren: Enthusiastic grandchildren want to be hugged and played with. They do not realize they may be bumping a sensitive area. The Stoma Stifler will provide the security needed at these times to protect the stoma, and keep unwanted noise at bay.
Social meals/Situation: Restaurants, potlucks, parties, at the clubhouse or casino, no one wants unwanted stoma noise to potentially interrupt a good time. The Stoma Stifler is the defense to help ostomates live freely without worry when it comes to stoma noise.
Pets: Our pets love us, and they want to show us that love! Claws seem to reach the mid-torso, right where the stoma is. The Stoma Stifler wearer has the assurance of protection during pet playtime and affection.
Crowds: If you ever find yourself at a busy venue, people in crowds present a potential hazard by brushing up against or knocking the stoma area. The securely fit Stoma Stifler will shield and shelter the stoma from this situation.
| Protection | Firm molded spine and thicker foam around the cup absorb bumps, knocks and pressure |
|---|---|
| Comfort | Soft, tapered edge flexes and conforms to your body |
| Noise | The dense foam cup also muffles stoma sounds |
| Weight | Under 4 ounces, less than a smartphone |
| Fits | Colostomy, ileostomy or urostomy, on the left or right side |
| Pouches | One-piece and two-piece systems; sized to the pouch, not the stoma, so no measuring |
| How it is worn | Over the stoma and pouch, never touching the stoma. Most people wear it under an elasticized undergarment; snug bands, tape and a belt clip are included but optional |
| On and off | Snaps on or off in seconds, without undressing |
| Care | Smooth, waterproof outer skin. Clean with mild soap and warm water |
| On the market since | 2013 |
An ostomy belt and a stoma guard do different jobs, and many people wear both. A belt holds the pouch in place. A stoma guard covers and protects the stoma.
| Stoma Stifler stoma guard | Typical fabric ostomy belt | |
|---|---|---|
| Shields the stoma from bumps and pressure | Yes, firm molded spine | Not designed for impact |
| Muffles stoma noise | Yes, dense sound-dampening foam | Not designed for noise |
| Holds the pouch close to the body | Yes, under an elasticized undergarment or with the optional snug band | Yes |
| Can be worn together | Yes, the Stoma Stifler clips onto an ostomy belt | Yes |
See how the two work together in our guide to the pocket ostomy belt and Stoma Stifler combo.
A stoma guard is a protective cover worn over the stoma and pouch so that bumps, knocks, seat belts and pressure land on the guard instead of the stoma. The Stoma Stifler is a stoma guard that also suppresses stoma noise.
Anyone with a colostomy, ileostomy or urostomy who wants protection from everyday impacts: drivers and passengers, active people, gardeners, office workers, grandparents with energetic grandchildren and pet owners. Ask your ostomy nurse or doctor when it is right to start wearing one after surgery.
It is a soft and hard hybrid. The foam is thicker and firm around the cup and along its spine to absorb impact, while the tapered, flexible edge conforms to your body. The cup always stays outside the pouch and never touches the stoma.
Yes. Many customers wear the Stoma Stifler specifically for seat belts. Its firm spine keeps the belt from pulling or pushing directly on the stoma, so driving and riding as a passenger are more comfortable.
The Stoma Stifler’s gentle pressure helps preserve the pouch’s adhesion, which can help prevent leaks caused by adhesion problems. It also protects the pouch itself from rubbing and knocks, which helps it last longer.
Anywhere the stoma area can get bumped or pressed: housework near countertops, bending in the garden, sitting at a desk, busy crowds and worship services, hugs from grandchildren, playtime with pets, sports and exercise.
It weighs under 4 ounces, less than a smartphone, and its soft edge flexes to fit your shape. The sleek, contoured cup hides under clothing, and it snaps on or off in seconds, so you can wear it only when you want to.
Yes. The cup is made of closed-cell, high-density polyurethane foam, the same kind of sound-dampening foam used in car interiors. Worn snugly, it muffles the gurgles and gas sounds a stoma makes. How much quieter depends on your diet, your stoma and how snugly you wear it.
Yes. The kit includes a belt clip so the Stoma Stifler can clip onto an existing ostomy belt. You can also wear it with the included adjustable snug bands and breathable tape.
It works for colostomies, ileostomies and urostomies, on the left or right side, with both one-piece and two-piece pouch systems. The cup is designed to fit over the pouch system rather than the stoma, so there is nothing to measure and no custom sizing. A sliding clip adjusts the band to your waist size.
Read more about stoma noise suppression, choosing a stoma guard for a colostomy, or see what is in the Stoma Stifler kit.