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Orthopedic Brace

An orthopedic brace is a medical device designed to support, stabilize, and protect injured or weak joints, muscles, or bones. These braces help control movement, reduce strain, and allow for proper healing by limiting motion or providing extra support to the affected area. Depending on the injury or condition, braces can be used for various body parts, such as the knee, ankle, wrist, shoulder, or spine.

Here are the key functions of an orthopedic brace:

  1. Immobilization: For injuries like fractures or sprains, a brace may restrict movement to prevent further damage while the injury heals.
  2. Support: Braces provide external support to areas weakened by injury, surgery, or chronic conditions, like arthritis, to help alleviate pain and promote stability.
  3. Compression: Many braces offer compression, which helps reduce swelling and inflammation in soft tissues around the injury.
  4. Pain Relief: By reducing pressure on the injured or weakened area and restricting movement, braces can help alleviate pain and discomfort.
  5. Rehabilitation: After surgery or during recovery from injury, braces assist in rehabilitation by guiding the healing process and helping users regain strength and mobility while avoiding re-injury.

Orthopedic braces are often recommended by healthcare professionals for short-term or long-term use, depending on the patient’s condition. They are commonly used in sports injuries, post-surgical recovery, and to manage chronic conditions like arthritis or scoliosis.

Air Tennis Elbow Support System _ Universal

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Fits either left or right forearm
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Brand: Advanced Orthopaedics

The Air Tennis Elbow Support System (Universal) is a specialized orthopedic device designed to alleviate pain and provide support for individuals suffering from tennis elbow, also known as lateral epicondylitis. This condition typically results from overuse of the forearm muscles, leading to inflammation or tears in the tendons that connect the forearm to the elbow.

SUGGESTED HCPC: N/A

ORDER NUMBER: 2301

SIZE: Universal (see sizing chart to the left)

PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS:

• Air tennis elbow system has three uniquely designed features
• Air therapy pad helps reduce swelling
• Foam tension pad to maximize compression and dissipate force
• Fits either left or right forearm

INDICATIONS:

Tennis elbow syndrome, tendonitis, lateral/medial epicondylitis.

Categories: Wrist & Elbow
Manufacturer: Advanced Orthopaedics
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