Back Diseases

    Your Guide to Back Pain Relief

    A back brace can relieve the acute back pain of a vertebral fracture by supporting the spine and distributing the weight of the body. A back brace will also prevent the spine from bending or twisting too far. A back brace should not be worn for too long or the muscles of the back will atrophy from lack of use and strong muscles are essential for supporting the spine. Bone loss also is accelerated during inactivity. continue reading…

    Back pain is different from one person to the next. The pain can have a slow onset or come on suddenly. The pain may be intermittent or constant. In most cases, back pain resolves on its own within a few weeks.

    Low back pain may range from a dull ache to severe, disabling pain. The individual may have related symptoms, including the following: continue reading…

    If you suffer from lower back pain then you know how difficult it is to do even the simplest daily tasks. Things like driving long distances or even sitting at work all day are excruciating! Now there is a brand new way to cure back pain instantly
    The Slendertone ReVive Back Pain Relief Belt uses clinically proven Transcutaneous Electrical Stimulation (TENS) technology and lumbar support to relieve pain associated with aching muscles in the lower back due to strain from exercise or normal daily activities. Safe and effective, the Slendertone ReVive Back Pain Relief Belt provides an immediate, non-invasive, drug-free pain relief system. The unit works by sending mild and comfortable pulses over the skin through adhesive GelPads that stimulate the nerves in your lower back.
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    It is based on magnetic therapy, magnetic back support will improves blood circulation and heightens the blood oxygen level to enhance metabolism, It offers excellent back support and helps to speed the natural healing process for back pain, lower back pain, sciatica, arthritis, rheumatism, herniated disc pain, relieves muscular tension, fatigue, relief pain from lumbago problem. continue reading…

    Many patients with back pain, leg pain, or weakness of the lower extremity muscles are diagnosed with a herniated disc. When a disc herniation occurs, the cushion that sits between the spinal vertebra is pushed outside its normal position. A herniated disc would not be a problem if it weren’t for the spinal nerves that are very close to the edge of these spinal discs.
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    Lumbar Pillow it’s a specialized type of orthopedic pillow that provides vital support for the lower back when you’re sitting. By doing so it relieves pressure on the lumbar region of the spine.
    At its most basic, a lumbar pillow is a simple rectangular item measuring around twelve inches by five inches and about two inches thick. This is the optimum size to support the lumbar region while sitting. continue reading…


    FLA Soft Form Posture Control Brace

    The FLA Soft Form Posture Control Brace is designed to correct poor posture by gently pulling the shoulders back and holding them in the proper position.
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    Lack of physical condition predisposes to back damage because it is not flexible enough. For this reason, maintaining a good physical form is essential for preventing back pain. Physical exercises for back are very effective in treating and controlling chronic low back pain and keeping a good long-term general physical condition. Strengthening of abdomen, back and leg muscles help to decrease their sensitivity, risk of back pain is diminished. Strong abdomen, back and legs support better the spine, reducing the pressure on spinal discs and preventing disks’ disease.
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    Bracing is normally done when the patient has bone growth remaining and is, in general, implemented to hold the curve and prevent it from progressing to the point where surgery is recommended.

    People wearing a lumbar scoliosis brace are often suggested exercise to correct scoliosis. In most adults with previous scoliosis, moderate exercise is not harmful and is extremely important for maintaining healthy, supportive muscles, and preventing disk degeneration.
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    There are two types of kyphosis , which can appear both at children and adults:

    1. Postural kyphosis-caused by improper posture and this can be corrected by modifying the patient’s lifestyle.

    2. Structural kyphosis -determined by a modification of the anatomy, requiring medical or surgical treatment.

    Some patients are born with a second type of kyphosis – congenital kyphosis. This is caused by abnormalities of the spine right from the birth -cifoza Scheuermann-when the front of the spine does not grow as fast as the posterioara one leading to a round look of the back. Children begin to develop the disease between 12-15 years, when the bones are developing.
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    Depending on the results of investigations, the age and condition of the patient, the orthopedist will advise wearing a corset to stop curvature’s increase, surgery or a conservative treatment.
    Kinetotherapy is recommended for increasing paravertebral muscle tone, for treatment decision it will be taken into account of patient’s age and evolution of deformity

    Here are some exercises that you can practice at home:
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    Kinetotherapy is a complex of prophylactic, treatment and recovery methods, using movement for therapeutic aim.
    Kinetotherapy objectives are:
    - Relax muscle contracture
    - Recovery of muscle strength and increase muscle strength;
    - Increase and adapt exercise capacity;
    - Improve the function of coordination, body control and balance;
    - Correct posture and body alignment;
    - Increase articular mobility; continue reading…

    Constructed of hook receivable material with soft breathable liner that wicks away moisture to help prevent skin breakdown.
    Patented dual dynamic closure system provides instant full range adjustment and maximum compression.
    Rigid anterior insert provides support to intra-abdominal and viscera region helping to unload the spine under gravitational load.
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    There are several methods of treatment recommended by doctors, depending on the particularities of each case: igienopostural treatment, drug therapy, physical and spa, it follows the control muscle contraction, pain relief, prevent relapses and complications
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    Lumbago is a spine disease, manifested by violent lumbar pain due to paravertebral muscle contracture, caused by effort, cold, wet / cold, stiff muscles, deficient position, prolonged standing state and physical trauma spine. A lumbago disease points in most cases to affection at the intervertebral disks that compress the nerves in medullary canal. The patient can not straight his body, becomes immobile, hardly moving, can not bend down to lift an object or to wrap his shoes and can not remain long standing; lifting or settlement in bed is painful.
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    The spine is divided into 5 regions: cervical, thoracic, lumbar, sacral and coccygeal. Regarding the mobility, cervical column (C1-C7) is the most mobile, column thoracic (T1-T12) is less mobile and the lumbar (L1-L5) shows a large movement of flexion-extension. During the lifetime, the spine is subject to various internal and external actions. continue reading…

    The NEW Bledsoe Volare LS-xt Back Brace is one of the most advanced back braces on the market.

    The designed Posterior panel extends from sacrococcygeal junction to T-9 vertebra. The Volare offers unsurpassed anterior, posterior control.

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    Chairback provides exceptional support from T9 – S1. The modular construction of this brace allows for a three stage treatment regimen.

    Stage 1 involves post-operative use of the BOA with the rigid chairback piece, compression belt, and rigid anterior panel. Stage 2 involves the removal of the chairback piece for compressive support during a progressive rehabilitation protocol. Finally, Stage 3 involves removing the rigid anterior panel.

    Breg Boa with Chairback Details

    The BOA Duel TLSO provides full-circumferential rigid support from the T2/T3 scapular thoracic region to the sacrococcygeal junction. It features rigid anterior and posterior panels, a telescoping sternal Y-Bar, and dual lacer compression pads.
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    Almost 80% of adults are suffering from back pain at some point in their life … To prevent them, there are some rules of posts that followed, will help us to avoid their repetition and aggravation.

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