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2. Milwaukee brace - Wikipedia

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   The Milwaukee brace, also known as a cervico-thoraco-lumbo-sacral orthosis or CTLSO, is a back brace most often used in the treatment of spinal curvatures (such as scoliosis or kyphosis) in children but also, more rarely, in adults to prevent collapse of the spine and associated pain and deformity. It is a full-torso brace that extends from the ...

3. Spinal precautions - Wikipedia

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   The sternal occipital mandibular immobilizer (SOMI) can also be used to provide support for cervical spine sprain, stable fracture, or postoperative support. [8] For thoracic and lumbar spine, support can be provided using custom-fit, hard-shell back braces, most commonly after surgery. [8]

4. Back brace - Wikipedia

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   Front view of a pre-moulded plastic back brace with nylon torso and shoulder straps made for a female adolescent or pre-adolescent patient. A back brace is a device designed to limit the motion of the spine in cases of bone fracture or in post-operative spinal fusiona, as well as a preventative measure against some progressive conditions or to correct a patient's posture.

5. The best back braces of 2025, according to experts - AOL

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   From slipped disc to sciatica to lumbar support, these are the best back braces of 2025. ... Mueller Lumbar 4-in-1 Back Brace with Hot/Cold Pack ... herniated disc, arthritis, post-surgery ...

6. Halo-gravity traction device - Wikipedia

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   It is used prior to surgical treatment to reduce the difficulty of the following surgery and the need for a more dangerous surgery. [4] [5] [6] The device works by applying weight to the spine in order to stretch and straighten it. Patients are capable of remaining somewhat active using a wheelchair or a walker whilst undergoing treatment.

7. Cervical collar - Wikipedia

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   A cervical collar, also known as a neck brace, is a medical device used to support and immobilize a person's neck. It is also applied by emergency personnel to those who have had traumatic head or neck injuries, [1] although they should not be routinely used in prehospital care. [2] [3] They can also be used to treat chronic medical conditions.