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(also known as Orthopedic Brace, Back Brace, Orthotic)
An orthopedic brace (also orthosis or orthotic) is a device used to immobilise a joint or body segment, restrict movement in a given direction, assist movement, reduce weight-bearing forces, or correct the shape of the body. more at Wikipedia

Treatment Success Rate

Top 5 Communities
Condition Members Success
Scoliosis
231
68%
Cerebral Palsy
7
100%
Back Pain
3
100%
Chronic Pain
4
100%
Accidents
4
100%
Overall, 71% (268 Members) find Brace helpful
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Brace Reviews

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I had my first back brace when I was in the 4th grade, and my 2nd one after my surgery in the 6th grade.
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Two days in to wearing daughter is refusing to wear it...
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Milwaukee back brace, wore it in high school. It corrected the curvature of my spine enough that I was considered healthy. I went on to have 4 children and have occasional back pain but nothing terrible. During the time I wore the back brace, I wanted to be invisible and I felt a disconnect from my body.
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Had for 3 years.
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Worked after my back surgery
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my son is having a difficult time adjusting to the Boston brace.
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Were daily
In march right after surgery I came down with drop foot would really like to talk with someone that has this... I had never heard of it beforePlz contact me.... Not dealing with it very well....
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feel better when I wear it
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till my bones fuse
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Discussions

  1. Discussion: Back brace
    I have to agree with se. I have never used a brace, but I feel really old some days. My husband uses a back brace and he says it really helps him. Goo... [More]
  2. Discussion: Back brace
    I have to tell yall this funny lol. I broke my ribs nov of 06. I wore a rib belt to help support that area. Which of course is a living nightmare bec ... [More]
  3. Discussion: Back brace
    I'm getting fitted for a back brace next week. It has a hot/cold pack inside it so I am happy about that. Other than that it feels like I'm getting ol... [More]
  4. Discussion: Back brace
    I'm getting fitted for a back brace next week. It has a hot/cold pack inside it so I am happy about that. Other than that it feels like I'm getting ol... [More]
  5. Discussion: Back brace
    I'm getting fitted for a back brace next week. It has a hot/cold pack inside it so I am happy about that. Other than that it feels like I'm getting ol... [More]

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