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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
Members)
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Brace Reviews
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Brace was placed on me for 3 months until bone was healed.
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I wore a Milwakee Scoliosis brace from age 9 1/2 year- 16 1/2. Now it has raised it nasty little self at the age of 51.
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I wear one at times. Helpful
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wont wear
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kept the curve from getting worse
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annoying, but working :/
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I had to wear it after my surgery.
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My first bracing did not work in that my curved progressed twenty degrees. The second bracing, after my castings, held my back in place quite well and helped my pain.
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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]
