How long should you wear a back brace for back pain?
How long should you wear a back brace for back pain?
Patients should wear a back brace for no longer than a few days to two weeks at the most, Bautch says. “Longer than that, and your muscles start to adapt and get accustomed to the brace, which means they can lose strength, which can lead to more injuries,” he adds.Jan 5, 2017
Is a back brace supposed to hurt?
Most individuals do well with their brace, but they can feel uncomfortable at first. Your doctor might recommend a schedule for wearing a brace until you get used to how it feels.
Why is my back brace uncomfortable?
At first, there may be some places under your brace that will be uncomfortable. They are called pressure points. Your skin will get used to these pressure points after a few days but it may take a couple of weeks to feel really good in your new brace.
Is too much lumbar support bad?
If your lumbar support is too high, it puts pressure on the muscles, nerves, and blood vessels in that area of your back. This can cause an uncomfortable pressure point and can cut off circulation to certain muscles, leading to pain. It can also hurt your lower back, as it can twist without support.
How tight should lumbar support?
Your brace should be snug, but not so tight that it causes pain, bruising or other issues.
Where should I feel lumbar support?
The lumbar support should fit right in the natural curve of your spine, typically at the small of your back directly above your belt line.Mar 7, 2016
Why does lumbar support feel so good?
A lumbar back support helps promote good posture by simply filling in the gap between the lumbar spine and the seat, supporting the natural inward curve of the lower back. The natural tendency is to slouch and/or lean forward in the office chair.