Difficulties with wearing a device? discussion

Hi there! I have a query for those who own cable-style full belts. To ensure the belt is as secure as possible, it needs to fit very tightly around my waist. However, I’ve noticed that when I tighten it enough (so tight that barely a finger can slide underneath), the cables dig deeply into my hips and leave red marks on my skin after just a few minutes, even though they are encased in tubing. I wear this belt positioned between my hip bone and my lowest rib. I’d love to hear from your experience: is there a way to make wearing it less painful and more comfortable?