Shoulder Brace
Other Names
- Shoulder Brace
- Shoulder Stabilizer
- Functional Shoulder Brace
- Shoulder Stability Brace
- Shoulder Support Brace
- Shoulder Support
- Shoulder Compression Brace
- Shoulder Support Wrap
Indications
- Post Op Stabilization
- Glenohumeral Dislocation
- Glenohumeral Instability
- Acromioclavicular Joint Pain
- Acromioclavicular Joint Separation
- Rotator cuff injuries
- Shoulder instability
- Shoulder sprains and strains
- Shoulder tendonitis
Description
- Orthopedic brace designed to stabilize the shoulder joint
- Provides compression and support to reduce pain
- Limits excessive motion during recovery
- Typically made of elastic or neoprene materials
- Used in sports medicine, rehabilitation, and injury prevention
Evidence
- Baker et al[1]
- Important nonoperative treatment modality
- Preliminary results suggest a potential benefit with minimal downside
- Clinical benefits yet to be validated through high-quality studies
- Shown NOT to reduce risk of posterior labral tears among collegiate offensive linemen[2]
See Also
References
- ↑ Baker, Hayden P., et al. "Protective sport bracing for athletes with mid-season shoulder instability." Sports Health 15.1 (2023): 105-110.
- ↑ Baker, Hayden P., et al. "Evaluation of shoulder-stabilizing braces: can we prevent shoulder labrum injury in collegiate offensive linemen?." Orthopaedic journal of sports medicine 4.12 (2016): 2325967116673356.
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John Kiel on 4 August 2024 23:09:13
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