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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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I wore it for a month but got so harrassed by my fellow students I stopped for good.
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I use a soft, stretchy brace when I've injured my back... offers support during initial healing process.
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It did, I wore it for three years and it held my back to the mid 30's. My back got worse just in the last few years.
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partial correction, may have issue later on
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with brace its hard but ok I live with it its good
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Helped out lots when I used it.
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I will wear my brace until fusions are fused.
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I take a neopreine elbow wrap and fold it over 3 times (depending on your size) and place it 2" passed my elbow. It gives a wee bit of relief by compression.
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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]
