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Spine specialists prescribe braces to treat a number of conditions such as fracture,
osteoporosis, scoliosis, spondylolisthesis, and whiplash. Bracing may be part
of the patient's non-surgical treatment or worn after a spine surgery.
Braces are also called orthotic devices and may require fitting by a specialist.
These devices come in different sizes, are adjustable, removable and are designed
for comfort.
EBI offers a wide range of braces for cervical, thoracic, lumbar, and sacral
spine conditions. A few of these products are presented below.
EBIŽ Cervical Collar
The PhiladelphiaŽ Collar is a traditional two-piece collar made from polyethylene
foam. It provides semi-rigid support for the neck. The hole in the front of
the collar is a trachea hole.
PhiladelphiaŽ Collar
EBIŠ Used with permission.
EBIŽ Pro-Fitt TLSO Back Brace
The TLSO back brace is prescribed to treat conditions affecting the stability
of the thoracic, lumbar and sacral spinal levels (T5-S5). This brace has many
straps and closings to make it easy to adjust for the right fit.
EBIŽ Pro-Fitt TLSO Back Brace
EBIŠ Used with permission.
This article is an excerpt from Dr. Stewart G. Eidelson's book, Advanced
Technologies to Treat Neck and Back Pain, A Patient's Guide (March
2005).
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