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Clavicle Support Brace
Key Functions of a Clavicle Support Brace
- Immobilization: After a clavicle fracture or injury, the brace restricts shoulder movement to promote healing of the broken or damaged bone. This immobilization ensures that the bone remains properly aligned.
- Posture Correction: Many clavicle braces are used to improve posture by pulling the shoulders back, encouraging an upright spinal alignment, which can help reduce discomfort caused by slouching.
- Pain Relief: By keeping the clavicle and upper back stable, the brace can reduce the strain on surrounding muscles, tendons, and joints, alleviating pain and discomfort.
- Recovery Support: In addition to fractures, a clavicle support brace is often recommended for sprains, shoulder dislocations, or after surgeries to help protect and support the healing process.
Common Uses for a Clavicle Support Brace
- Clavicle Fractures: Most often used in cases of minor to moderate collarbone fractures that don’t require surgical intervention. The brace keeps the shoulder and clavicle immobile, ensuring proper alignment during recovery.
- Shoulder Instability or Dislocations: It can also be used in cases of shoulder instability to prevent further dislocations or injuries.
- Postural Issues: Many individuals use clavicle support braces to combat poor posture caused by desk jobs, long hours of sitting, or muscle imbalances, which can lead to shoulder, neck, or back pain.
- Post-Surgical Use: After clavicle or shoulder surgeries, the brace provides support to the area to facilitate healing and prevent reinjury.
Types of Clavicle Support Braces
Figure-8 Brace
- The most common type, shaped like a figure-eight, wraps around the shoulders and upper back, pulling the shoulders into proper alignment. This helps reduce the stress on the clavicle and correct posture.
- Best suited for mild to moderate clavicle fractures and postural corrections.
Posture Brace
- Typically used for posture correction, these braces pull the shoulders back to encourage a more upright position. They are often made of soft, adjustable straps for comfort.
Clavicle Immobilizer
- Designed for more severe clavicle fractures or post-surgery recovery, these braces offer more rigid support. They keep the shoulders stable to prevent movement that could disrupt healing.
Materials and Comfort
Clavicle support braces are usually made from lightweight and breathable materials such as:
- Neoprene: Known for its durability and flexibility, providing comfort while maintaining adequate support.
- Cotton or Elastic Straps: Used in posture braces to provide flexibility and breathability for long-term use.
- Foam Padding: Often included for added comfort where the straps rest on the shoulders or back, reducing the risk of chafing or skin irritation.
Considerations for Use
- Proper Fit: It’s crucial that a clavicle brace fits snugly but comfortably. If it’s too tight, it can cause discomfort or restrict blood flow. A healthcare professional should assist with fitting and adjustment.
- Duration: Clavicle support braces are usually worn for several weeks to months, depending on the severity of the injury or condition. Over time, physical therapy may be recommended to restore strength and mobility.
- Posture Correction: When used for posture, it’s important to follow a structured plan to avoid over-reliance on the brace. Prolonged use without strengthening exercises could lead to weakened muscles.
In summary, a clavicle support brace is an essential tool for treating clavicle injuries, correcting posture, and supporting recovery after surgery or injury. Its function is to stabilize the shoulder and upper back area, promoting healing and alignment of the collarbone, while also helping prevent further injury.
Ergoactive Injury Boot - Off Load Pressure
Combined with its dynamic, three-module shock absorption system (heel-flat-toe), the SHOEBAUM SHORT also offers a lateral sliding, gait-mimicking insole. Together, with an adjustable ROM hinge, pneumatic inner cushion liner, and compact design, the SHOEBAUM SHORT is the most comfortable and advanced injury boot/air CAM walker available.
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SPECIFICATIONS
USER SHOE SIZE RANGE: Women: 7.5 - 11.5 Men: 8 - 12.5
UNIT WEIGHT: 2.90 LBS
OVERALL HEIGHT: 12"
OVERALL WIDTH: 5.50"
OVERALL DEPTH: 12"
FLOOR TO INSOLE HEIGHT: 3"
RANGE OF MOTION (ROM): WOMEN: 90º - 100º MEN: 105º - 115º
*MATERIALS ARE LATEX FREE
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Your SHOEBAUM SHORT boot is warranted against defects in material and/or workmanship for one (1) year. This warranty does not extend to accessories and non-durable components such as soles, insoles, soft goods, or straps which are subject to normal wear and replacement. Non-durable or consumable components are warranted against manufacturer defects for 30 days.
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