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Shoulder Brace

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Other Names

Shoulder Brace

Shoulder Brace

  • Shoulder Brace
  • Shoulder Stabilizer
  • Functional Shoulder Brace
  • Shoulder Stability Brace
  • Shoulder Support Brace
  • Shoulder Support
  • Shoulder Compression Brace
  • Shoulder Support Wrap

Indications


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

Glenohumeral Instability

  • 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

Glenoid Labrum Tear

  • Shown NOT to reduce risk of posterior labral tears among collegiate offensive linemen[2]

See Also


References

  1. Baker, Hayden P., et al. "Protective sport bracing for athletes with mid-season shoulder instability." Sports Health 15.1 (2023): 105-110.
  2. 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.
Created by:
John Kiel on 4 August 2024 23:09:13
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