How Does a Hyperextension Brace Work? Types of Back Braces | Children and Adult Spinal Surgeon, UK

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How Does a Hyperextension Brace Work? Types of
Back Braces
The spine orthopedic surgeon may use
hyperextension braces to treat patients with
severe back pain, fractures, and who may require
a recovery from spinal surgery. Hyperextension
braces control the movement and bending of the
spinal cord so that it recovers quickly and the
sensitive parts remain protected. Pain at the
junction of the thoracic spine and lumbar spine
is cured using the brace. The brace is made up of
a rectangular metal frame with 3 pads attached to
it. Now, this metal frame is worn at the front
part of the body and gives pressure on the chest
and the pubic area. This also puts on some
pressure on the thoracic spine and supports it to
stay in place.

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How Does a Hyperextension Brace Work? Types of
Back Braces

• Now comes the purpose of the 3 pads attached
  to the metal frame. While one pad goes to the
  abdominals, the other one supports the chest. The
  last pad goes around the back mainly covering the
  injured or affected area.
• Reputed scoliosis clinic UK recommends using
  hyperextension braces after a serious spinal
  surgery or in case of a compression fracture for
  quicker recovery. However, you must remember that
  a brace is specially designed by an orthodontist
  so that it fits you and serves the purpose. Also,
  using it properly is mandatory for the best
  result.

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How Does a Hyperextension Brace Work? Types of
Back Braces
How does the brace work? Now that you know
the structure of a hyperextension base, let us
focus on how it helps a patient. The very first
purpose is to limit the bending and movement of
the spinal cord. As the brace is installed at
the front part of the body, forward bending
becomes limited. As the movement is restricted,
any compression fracture gets to heal faster as
the spine is held in place. If you had spinal
surgery, your spine has likely become weak and
sensitive. To avoid any post-surgery injury and
support the unstable spinal cord, the doctor may
suggest wearing a hyperextension brace.
Therefore, the whole structure of the
hyperextension brace holds the spine in position,
restricts forward bending and free movement of
the spine. It facilitates recovery, avoids
potential risks after surgery, prevents
distortion of the spine, and also relieves pain.
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How Does a Hyperextension Brace Work? Types of
Back Braces

• Types of Hyperextension Braces
• Scoliosis surgery UK uses two main types of
  hyperextension braces. These are mentioned below.
• Corset braces These are soft braces made up
  of nylon or cloth with a plastic or metal frame.
  It is usually worn around the trunk of the
  patient covering the pelvic area. It puts
  pressure on the spine keeping it in place. The
  brace is adjustable giving comfort to the
  patient.
• Molded jackets Made up of hard materials,
  molded jackets cover the lower and upper back. It
  prevents side, forward, and backward movement of
  the spine. This is especially for patients with
  severe conditions.
• Both have different purposes and are deployed
  according to the condition of the patient.

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How Does a Hyperextension Brace Work? Types of
Back Braces

• For quality spinal cord treatment, you can visit
  the best spinal surgeon in the UK,
• Dr. Jwalant S. Mehta who has the expertise and
  experience of treating patients with severe
  spinal problems.
• You can contact him here  https//www.mehtaspine.
  co.uk/

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• Royal Orthopaedic Hospital
• BMI The Priory Hospital
• Spire Parkway Hospital
• Bromsgrove Private Clinic

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