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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 | 232 |
68% |
| Cerebral Palsy | 7 |
100% |
| Back Pain | 3 |
100% |
| Chronic Pain | 4 |
100% |
| Accidents | 4 |
100% |
Overall, 70% (269
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Brace Reviews
Somewhat Helpful
It stopped my scoliosis from getting worse but it was already pretty advanced.
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have to wear all the time...uncomfortable restricts activity significantly
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i wore a brace when i was a child. it did not help much, and i hated it.
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Well, I had it while I was in middle school so I got made fun of quite a bit. It was hot and made permanent bruises on my thighs when I would sit down. It helped slightly so that I wouldn't bend over and break anything they just "fixed".
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It didn't stop the curvature...it did get worse but never got to the point of surgery.
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Didn't use it long enough to make a positive impact. Very painful and awkward.
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helps me when i ride my horse, it helps my back pains
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my curve increased to the point of day-bracing over the course of 2 years...and i don't ever feel truly rested after wearing it...it hurt at first but i'm used to it now.
Somewhat Helpful
I wear a soft elastic brace at bedtime to prevent soreness when I get up in the morning.
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Discussions
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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] -
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] -
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] -
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] -
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]
