Adjustable Back & Abdominal Support
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A back brace or support can provide considerable benefits by relieving back pain (especially lower back pain), a condition suffered by large numbers of people. Back braces are sometimes also called back splints.
Lower back pain is a significant causal contributor to missed work days. According to Arthritis and Rheumatism, a journal of the American College of Rheumatology, approximately 40% of individuals experience this pain at some point in their lives. The same journal also reports that between 9% and 12% of individuals are experiencing lower back pain at any given time. Back pain can also inhibit the performance of many functions that are widely taken for granted, such as gardening, sports or occupational activities.
In addition to helping to relieve existing back pain, back braces can also proactively prevent back injuries among those who routinely perform functions like lifting heavy loads. Furthermore, a back support brace (or splint) can also correct posture and/or take pressure off the lumbar spine when standing or sitting.
In general, there are 2 main categories of back brace or splint in the market today – those for the upper back and those for the lower back (or lumbar spine region).
Lower back braces are also called lumbar belts or back belts. They are used widely in industries that require plenty of lifting of heavy loads, such as household moving and warehouse maintenance. You will also find them in widespread use by athletes in sports like weightlifting.These braces work by reducing muscle tension and mitigating pressure on the lumbar spine. Some of them also provide soothing warmth that aids blood circulation through the lower back area (thereby speeding recovery from injuries like back sprains) and also helps to relieve pain.
Back braces for the lower back also remind the individual to keep his or her spine as straight as possible when lifting (see image on the left). This in turn forces the weight of the load to be borne by the legs (particularly the hamstring muscles of the upper leg) and the core muscles. The larger leg and core muscles are much better equipped to handle these loads without risk of injury. As a result, lower back braces reduce the risk of injuries such as back sprains that can arise from incorrect lifting technique.
Lower back braces can be further categorized based on their rigidity or pliability. In general, the more rigid the back brace, the more support it provides (and therefore the greater the pain relief). At the same time, a more flexible or pliable lower back support brace may be a better choice for an individual with a minor back injury. It may also be more suited to someone who isn’t injured but is actually looking to prevent injury while performing risky activities (such as lifting heavy weights).
Braces worn on the upper back area aim to improve posture and reduce the impact of heavy weights on the lower spine. In this case, however, the heavy weight is that of the upper body and head. Other names for this type of back splint are “clavicle brace” and “posture brace“.
Many individuals fail to maintain proper posture while standing or sitting. Instead of maintaining a normal moderate inward curvature of the lower spine (known as lordosis) they actually tend to hunch their shoulders forward (see image on the left). This results in too much of the weight of the upper body being placed on the lower spine. After a while, this pressure results in lower back pain.
An upper back brace helps to correct this problem by gently reminding the patient to keep his or her shoulders upright and the upper back straight. This has the effect of introducing a small amount of curvature in the lower spine, which is what nature intended. The result is less pressure on the lower back and a reduced risk of developing lower back pain over time.
In choosing the right back support brace for the patient, there are some other factors to take into account:
You will find a wide range of options among the high quality range of back braces we present below. For more information, you can read our posts on how to choose a back brace for lower back pain and on how a back brace can help prevent future back pain. Even more information is available in our posts on ways to use a back brace to prevent injury and how athletes can benefit from using a back brace.
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Equipped with eight flexible steel springs that conform to your lower back for a firm yet comfortable support. Velcro closure allows for adjustment. One size fits most.
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The Mueller Sports Medicine Adjustable Back Brace with Lumbar Pad can help relieve lower back pain as well as support a weak or injured back during the rehabilitation period. It features supportive springs along the spine, a removable lumbar pad and an internal molded plastic component that reduces the incidence of rolling or bunching. The brace also includes dual, outer elastic tension straps that provide a custom and comfortable fit to go with its superior level of support.
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The One Size Fits All Mueller Posture Corrector back brace includes additional padding, a one strap adjustment system and vertically sewn seams to round off an ultra comfortable yet effective design. Helps the user maintain proper posture and ward off future lower back pain.
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A light weight back brace designed for lower back conditions. Features include a velcro closure and a 9 inch elastic band with foam pad and steel springs and an additional 6 inch outer band for additional support.
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Targeted compression for effective back pain treatment
The Bio Skin Back Flex is a simple and effective treatment for a variety of causes of lumbar pain. it is also helpful as a post-procedural treatment for stabilization, compression, and cold therapy. The brace includes two hot/cold gel pads that attach to the lumbar panel to enhance patient comfort and maximize pain relief.
The patent-pending design of the Back Flex provides unrivaled support and pain relief to the lower spine. The solid lumbar panel is attached to a mechanically-advantaged cinching mechanism which provides adjustable pressure to the lumbar spine. Because the cords attach the side panels to the back panel, engaging the cinching mechanism focuses the compression on the spine and provides better support than is possible with other designs.
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Pain relief and stabilization. Promotes proper positioning during healing.
The Bio Skin Back Plus combines the pain-relieving benefits of compression with stabilization after an injury or procedure to promote proper positioning during healing. The cinching mechanism allows a patient to easily apply circumferential compression. The shoulder straps anchor the shoulders to the back panel, limiting thoracic and lumbar flexion, extension, and rotation.
Includes two hot/cold gel pads that attach to the lumbar panel to enhance patient comfort and maximize pain relief.
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Customize your back pain treatment
Treat lumbar sprains, pain from overuse, muscle strains, and develop better back posture with the Bio Skin Back Skin – Standard Cut. This back brace has a narrow cut in the front and flexible stays on the sides so when sitting or bending the brace remains pliable and doesn’t impinge on the groin area or into the rib cage. Customize your back pain treatment by choosing from our lumbar support accessories.
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Low-profile support for muscle strains and posture
Treat lumbar sprains, pain from overuse, muscle strains, and develop better back posture with the Bio Skin Back Skin with Flexible Support. It’s designed with a narrow cut in the front and flexible stays on the sides so when sitting or bending the brace remains pliable and doesn’t impinge on the groin area or into the rib cage. Customize your back pain treatment by choosing from our lumbar support accessories
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Low-profile support for muscle strains and posture
Treat lumbar sprains, pain from overuse, muscle strains, and develop better back posture with the Bio Skin Back Skin with Flexible Support & Lumbar Pad. It’s designed with a narrow cut in the front and flexible stays on the sides so when sitting or bending the brace remains pliable and doesn’t impinge on the groin area or into the rib cage. Customize your back pain treatment by choosing from our lumbar support accessories.
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Low-profile support for muscle strains and posture
Treat lumbar sprains, pain from overuse, muscle strains, and develop better back posture with the Bio Skin Back Skin with Lumbar Pad. It’s designed with a narrow cut in the front and flexible stays on the sides so when sitting or bending the brace remains pliable and doesn’t impinge on the groin area or into the rib cage. Customize your back pain treatment by choosing from our lumbar support accessories.
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The McDavid Back Stabilizer protects from strains and pulls with 6 steel stays strategically positioned for maximum support. Its vented elastic side panels feature hook and loop closures. The brace also includes a neoprene wrap for custom fit and comfort.
Level 3: Maximum Protection –Â Core support and helping to relieve non-specific back pain