Yes, it is perfectly possible to swim while wearing a stoma bag. Accessories are available to facilitate swimming, such as adhesive strips or safety rings with adhesive strips for stomas, commonly called Sure Seal Rings, which protect the ostomy bag from premature detachment. Protective stoma belts are also useful for keeping the bag close and protecting it from the impact of waves.
It is important to clarify that these accessories are complementary and not essential. If you wish to swim without any accessories, it is normal that the wearing time of your cervical collar will be affected.
Our team suggests you speak with your specialist nurse who will be able to answer all your questions.
