Back braces may temporarily relieve back pain caused by a spinal fracture. Your bones become weak when you have osteoporosis and therefore may need a little support when you are healing from a fracture. A brace is particularly useful during exercise, as it will prevent you from twisting or bending your spine too far. You will not want to wear the brace forever, though, because your back muscles won't be able to get strong enough to support you on their own, according to SpineUniverse.com. A brace may also help correct postural problems caused by mild osteoporosis.
BOA Duel TLSO
The BOA Duel TLSO back brace from Ortho Athletic wraps around your waist and neck. It supports the area from your second and third thoracic vertebra down to your sacrococcygeal junction of the pelvis. The brace is made from a breathable Airmesh construction and is latex free. There are five sizes from small to XXL, able to accommodate waist sizes from 25 inches to 50 inches around. It costs around $425, at 2010 prices.
Breg BOA Back Brace
Ortho Athletic's Breg BOA back brace consists of one piece that wraps around your waist to support your lower back. The brace has high-tension cords on the back and a pull strap so that the brace may be tightened easily. The fabric is breathable and latex free. The Breg Boa brace comes in six sizes from small to XXXL, based on your waist size. The price is around $200.
Spinomed Active Back Brace
The Mediortho Spinomed active back brace is worn after fractures have consolidated in the chronic stage of osteoporosis. The back brace covers your body like a one-piece bathing suit with an aluminum back support running up your spine. This brace is thin and designed to be hard to see under your clothing. You can adjust the shoulder straps for a better fit, and the back support is able to be molded to fit you. You can wash all but the aluminum support in your washing machine.
Soft Form Posture Control Brace
The Soft Form Posture Control brace from Ortho Athletic wraps around your back like a backpack. This brace may reduce a slumped posture caused by mild osteoporosis. It gently retracts your shoulders and holds them back where they should be for correct posture. The elastic side panels compress the waist to support the sotmach and lower back. The brace is latex free and comes in beige. The brace costs around $60 and comes in five sizes from small to XX-large. It fits people with waist sizes from 26 inches to 48 inches.
