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Trying to find a brace for your low back pain can be a confusing task.
Do you find yourself overwhelmed by the many different styles, sizes, materials, and levels of support that are offered? If so, you&#;re not alone!
Some of the most common questions I get from my patients are &#;when should I wear a low back brace?&#; and &#;how do I choose the right one?&#;
Well&#; if you&#;re wondering the same thing, you&#;ve come to the right place!
A low back brace is a device that can be worn to support your low back. In certain cases, it may be offered to relieve back pain, prevent injuries, promote healing, or help improve your posture.
A chiropractor or physiotherapist may suggest a back brace for the following reasons:
Back bracing is most effective when used in combination with chiropractic or physiotherapy treatment to help relieve low back pain.
It&#;s best to follow the recommendations of your doctor, chiropractor, or physiotherapist when choosing a back brace. However, here are a few things to keep in mind:
Back braces can be rigid, semi-rigid, or flexible.
Spine Braces &#; Aspen LSOSpine Braces &#; VertaLuxRigid braces offer the highest level of support and are often used to stabilize your spine following surgery or traumatic accidents such as fractures or disc herniations. Because of the hard, unbendable material, a rigid brace may be the most suitable if you are suffering from severe pain, or if you require very little movement of your spine.
Spine/ Back Brace &#; Back Support with Side PullsSpine / Back Braces- Back BoosterFlexible braces are often seen as the most practical because they allow you to move more freely. They are made of softer materials that limit excessive movements and provide compression while offering more flexibility than a rigid brace. Oftentimes flexible braces are suggested if you have mild pain but need a little extra support during exercise or your daily activities.
Spine / Back Brace &#; Horizon 627 Lumbar Spine / Back Brace &#; Horizon 631 LSOSemi-rigid braces offer the benefits of both. They feature the supportive elements of a rigid brace while allowing the movements of a flexible brace. Sometimes the added rigid supports are removable, allowing you to customize the level of support depending on your needs.
It&#;s important to find a back brace that fits you well. Most of the over-the-counter braces come in a universal size with hooks or straps that can be adjusted to customize the fit and level of support. You can also get custom braces made that are molded to your body.
If you have any fabric allergies or sensitivities, it&#;s important to take this into account when choosing your brace. Flexible braces are often composed of softer materials such as canvas, cotton, elastic, or neoprene, while rigid braces may be made of plastic, leather, or metal.
If you&#;re going to be wearing your brace frequently, having a machine-washable brace can make it easier to keep clean.
&#;I find that the durability of braces is dependent on the type of material. For example, braces with Velcro straps may wear out quicker than braces with hooks or straps, while braces made with flexible material may stretch out over time.&#; &#; Michelle DeMarchi
In addition to the styles, support, and materials offered, back braces may have special features such as:
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Regardless of your condition, injury, or severity of pain, it&#;s important to always consult your doctor, chiropractor, or physiotherapist before using a brace.
It&#;s actually easier than you think to choose one.
Tweaked your back playing tennis with the kids? Then maybe the flexible brace is right for you.
Does your pain fluctuate day-to-day? You might need a semi-rigid brace.
Is your pain more severe, requiring you to have a high level of support? The rigid brace is the way to go.
Contact us today to book an appointment&#;or ask about a free 20-minute consultation with one of our physiotherapists or chiropractors. They will give you honest Back Pain advice and guidance on if a back brace is right for you.
This blog was written by Emily Karageorgos, a Physiotherapy student at the University of Toronto
It all depends on the type of brace and the injury. Back braces should not be seen as a long term solution, however there is no set guideline on how long you should wear one. Oftentimes your chiropractor or physiotherapist many recommend to only use the back brace when your pain is at its worst. It&#;s often encouraged to take the brace off occasionally throughout the day so that your back muscles to not become reliant on the brace.
It&#;s usually not recommended to wear a back brace to bed. When you are sleeping, your back doesn&#;t need to stabilize your body as much against gravity. However, there are certain conditions, such as scoliosis, where a night brace may be recommended. It is best to consult with your chiropractor or physiotherapist before using a brace at night.
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With the constant pounding, twist and turning, jumping and diving, football players are bound to hurt their back, from strains and chronic pain to slipped discs and post-surgery.
While it&#;s important for football players to strengthen their core to have a strong back, a back brace can help speed up recovery and ease pain.
A basic back support wrap helps compress and support low-back injuries, stabilizing and preventing spinal overload. This type of brace can be worn during activity without restriction, protecting the back and abdominal wall. This is ideal for any one with chronic back pain, soreness and strains.
Hunched shoulders, rounded back or forward leaning neck are all symptoms of poor posture and can lead to other injures. A posture support brace gently holds the shoulders back to help improve posture. It&#;s lightweight and can be worn under or over clothing. It&#;s also recommended for immobilization of clavicle area following strain or trauma, and soft support may help promote healing of clavicle bone.
For superior support for the L-1 to L-5, more custom fit and customization, a back brace that has adjustable pulls, dual Boa® technology and spectra lace is ideal. This kind of brace is good for post-surgery or severe back injury that allows you to do basic movement, but not ready for contact sports. These braces offer compression and superb stabilization to reduce inflammation and pain while speeding up recovery.
Need more help? Use our guided tool, Brace Advisor for recommendations based on your brace need and desired level of activity or browse all back braces for more options.
If you have injured your back or are experiencing pain due to an injury, it may be easier for you to shop for a back brace based on your injury. From our back injury category, you will be able to shop braces by abdominal injury, low back injury, herniated disc, SI joint, sciatica, and upper back or posture problems.
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