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How a fitted brace can help you

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Do you want to be more active? Do you have pain when moving? Whether it is your ankle, knee, neck, or back, pain can stop you from enjoying life. Often, joints become unstable over time with arthritis, injuries, or surgeries. This can lead to more bone rubbing on bone, thus causing pain. A custom-fitted brace can make a world of difference in enjoying daily activities. Whether you just want to walk without pain or engage in aggressive sports activities, a custom-fitted brace can give you the support you need.

Braces come in all shapes and sizes, fitting a variety of joints, including the spine. However, it is important to understand that generic braces are nowhere near as effective as custom-fitted braces. A custom-fitted brace is fitted exactly to your body shape and size. As we are all made differently and our needs are different, having a specialist evaluate and fit a custom brace will give your joints the exact support they need.

Custom-fitted braces are used for:

  • Relieving knee pain and providing support with walking or sports
  • Providing ankle support, which is especially important after injury
  • Low back pain to allow freedom of movement while providing support
  • Elbow and wrist pain with lifting activities or sports

Not all braces are the same, and having an expert guide you to the correct brace is essential. Thus how well a brace is designed and fitted will provide the needed support to your joints. Costs don’t have to be high for a custom-fitted brace. Many off-the-shelf braces, just need the expert fitting to your body to allow maximum results. Our experts at MSK Centre can recommend and properly fit a brace that will work for you and your budget.

Game Ready® Cryo-Compression System

Game Ready is a cold therapy and compression system used to reduce inflammation and pain following injury or surgery to speed your recovery.  The innovative ACCEL® Technology (Active Compression and Cold Exchange Loop) sets a new standard in injury and post-op treatment, integrating active pneumatic compression and cold therapies in one revolutionary system.  The system progressively increases and releases pressure while also rapidly circulating ice water through separate wrap chambers.

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CTi Custom

CTi braces provide the ultimate combination of stabilization and protection of the knee joint.  This truly custom-made brace uses low-profile Accutrac® hinges with extension stops to glide with the knee and breathable liners to reduce skin irritation.  CTi custom braces are available in 3 models – Vapor, Standard and Pro Sport – and can be further customized with a variety of options, colors, designs and/or accessories.

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CTi OA Custom

CTi OA’s composite shells can be constructed with up to 7° of varus or valgus correction, offering a high level of protection and stability for treating osteoarthritis and ligament instability equally.  Key features include a Total Support System, Accutrac® hinges that mimic the natural motion of the knee joint and breathable liners, coated with Össur® Sensil® Silicone to improve efficacy and virtually eliminate migration.

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Guardian Rehabilitator Knee Brace

The Sport Rehabilitator™ brace was developed for people with knee injuries including acute, chronic and post-operative conditions, as well as various instabilities.  This brace offers superior support and stability to the knee as well as the ability to re-establish a normal gait pattern enhancing the rehabilitation process of the knee through a more functional neuromuscular re-education approach.

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EXOS Mouldable Casts

EXOS wrist, thumb and arm braces provide fracture bracing and splint support to patients with injuries requiring stabilization by molding it directly to the anatomy for a customizable fit.  The comfortable EXOS bracing system allows you to return to your normal lifestyle faster with greater convenience.

There is no cast saw required to remove the brace and the waterproof properties allow for easy skin and brace hygiene, as well as involvement in water activities.

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Why should you update a brace?

Braces will wear out with time, so it is important to have checkups to make sure the brace fits properly, may need adjusting, or may need to be replaced. In addition, brace technology changes rapidly and new models offer more freedom of movement and support. Often, insurance companies will cover updates to braces and orthotics after a period of time. The end result is a brace that correctly fits you and supports you, allowing you to enjoy the activities you want without pain.

To learn more about our large selection of braces, custom fitting, and competitive prices, request an appointment with MSK Centre today. Your joints will be happy, and well supported and allow you to enjoy the activities you love!

Your Next Steps…

  1. Request An Appointment

  2. Receive A Custom Treatment Plan

  3. Work Hard and Progress In Your Recovery

  4. Recover & Enjoy Life Pain-Free!

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