The time frame you have to wear your brace depends on type and extent of injury, as well as Dr. Stanley’s assessment at follow up visits.

Usually, the crutches are used for 2-3 weeks, while the brace is worn for around 4 weeks. In any case, consult directly with your doctor if you have any doubts.

Generally it takes 6-8 weeks for bones to heal and that’s how long you’ll be in a cast or a brace. This depends where the fracture is, the individual bone, and the amount of energy involved to create the fracture.

A brace can often be needed for some time. Take the ankle brace for example. Guidelines for their use depend on a number of factors. The most important is the amount of play in the ankle ligaments in combination with the ankle muscles that are designed to actively absorb that play. It will always remain of importance which sport is practised. The type of sport is also important. Sports which involve a lot of turning and jumping pose an added risk to a new ankle injury.

Your doctor and therapist will instruct you on when and for how long you will need to use your brace or splint.

The process of fixing a brace to your teeth doesn't hurt. In some cases, patients may feel a little discomfort for a few hours after the brace has been fitted or the arch wires have been tightened.Painkillers usually stop the discomfort right away. The brackets sometimes rub against your lips or cheeks for the first few days. This, however, is short lived as you soon get used to the brace. To begin with we give you wax that acts as a cushion and prevent soreness.

The brace is a metal support that fits on the back side of the basket to help support the basket if the basket does not fit well or if your dog is over 15 pounds. It helps to distribute the dog's weight, or the weight of whatever you're carrying, keeping steering from becoming a problem. You will need a longer-than-normal (16+ inches) back rack as the basket is 19" long. If you do not have a longer back rack to mount your basket, I have them available for $18.95.

If a brace has been prescribed or recommended, it is wise to go to a professional establishment that specialises in medical aids or rehabilitation articles. Some physiotherapists sell braces and they can also give you good advice. Choosing the right size and type of brace requires additional know-how. Always consult an expert for this kind of specialised work.

Yes, a brace can be worn while asleep when this is desirable for a certain treatment. However, it is advised to loosen the bands somewhat to avoid the risk that blood vessels are pinched off.

You will need to verify this information with both the company providing your brace or CPM machine as well as with your insurance company.

Studies Clinical Studies are still ongoing and will continue for many years to come. At present, recently published data show excellent results with curve corrections stable at five years after treatment, a phenomena not typical of rigid bracing. Latest clinical results

A brace can be used in activities with a high risk of sprains or twists combined with swelling, loss of function and/or pain. These kinds of high-risk situations can occur in ordinary day-to-day life and free time, particularly when people are active in sports. Sports which involve a lot of turning and jumping, such as most contact, team and jumping sports, have the highest risk in terms of injuries to ligaments and joints.

Your brace has to be adjusted regularly. Removable braces and fixed braces are adjusted every 4-8 weeks. [Back to top]