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Clavicle Support Brace

A clavicle support brace, also known as a clavicle or posture brace, is designed to immobilize or support the collarbone (clavicle) and upper back area. It’s often prescribed after clavicle fractures, injuries, or for posture correction. The brace stabilizes the shoulders, aligns the spine, and aids in proper healing of the collarbone.
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 Knee Brace G1 KPA Post Op

$160.00
ErgoBrace for knee is adjustable and telescopic
In stock
Product Details
Brand: Ergoactives

The Ergoactives ErgoBrace is an adjustable, telescopic, over-motion post-op knee brace, designed to protect the knee joint and skin, using the most comfortable, lightweight materials while still providing superior support and adaptability

MADE OF LATEX-FREE ERGONOMIC MEDICAL GRADE MATERIALS

The ErgoBrace knee brace is made up of latex free medical grade materials. It has a special design aimed to protect the knee joint and the skin. It has a soft ergonomic plastic covering all of the metal parts of the brace close to the skin in order to avoid rashes or discomfort.

ONE-SIZE-FITS-ALL Universal Fit Adjustable

The ErgoBrace knee brace is a universal fit brace. It has multiple predetermined adjustment levels for adults of all sizes. The brace was designed to provide superior support and adjustability thanks to its unique height adjustable slider technology.

Hinged Immobilizer Technology for ACL, MCL, PCL Injuries

The ErgoBrace knee brace has a hinged immobilizer technology and range of motion limiter as well as over motion adjustability and lock up to 120 degrees. The user’s brace can be customized for all types of injuries and locked to any degree of motion. Just adjust the range of motion limiter to your desired position and it locks with the push of a button, staying in that position until unlocked by the user/medical practitioner by releasing the lock button.

Velcro straps, Long Lasting Breathable Comfort Pads, High Quality Plastic Buckles

The ErgoBrace knee brace contains multiple Velcro straps that allow the user to tighten the brace once positioned in the desired setting. The brace has breathable comfort pads that allow air to flow and do not retain sweat. It also has high quality plastic buckles to ensure that the velcro staps and the overall brace is in the correct position once placed in the user’s knee.

Washable and Reusable Materials

The ErgoBrace knee brace is made up of medical grade materials that are washable and reusable. In case of long term use, the user can wash the brace and make it look brand new as all materials are washable and reusable.

*MATERIALS ARE LATEX FREE

HIGHLIGHTS




SPECIFICATIONS

Height Range Above Hinge (Center): 9.50" - 12.5"

Height Range Below Hinge (Center): 9.50" - 12.5"

Circumference Range Above Hinge: 8.00" - 36.0"

Circumference Range Below Hinge: 8.00" - 22.0"

Range of Motion (ROM): 0º - 120º

Unit Weight: 2.20 lb


WARRANTY
Your ERGO-BRACE KNEE brace 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 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.

RETURN POLICY

This product is non-returnable. It is considered a single-use patient item. Refer to Ergoactives’ Return Policy for further details.

INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING

CUSTOMS

You, the customer, are responsible for all taxes and duties (including VAT) imposed by your country of residence.

Ergoactives is not responsible for any packages held by international customs agencies and it is not the responsibility of Ergoactives to make the customer aware of these agencies and their actions. Please check with your country's customs office to determine their procedures and any potential charges.

Your package may arrive at your local post office or delivery center and be held until pickup and payment is taken care of.

If you neglect to pick up your package and it is returned to us, we will not refund the charge for original shipping.

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As with domestic shipping, if a package can't be delivered due to an error entering your shipping address, Ergoactives is not responsible for any additional fees that may incur in order to reroute or reship the package.

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