Should You Use a Back Brace?

Are you interested in back braces, but have heard some poor things about them?

There is long running debate over back braces. Some professionals argue that you shouldn’t wear back braces because they can cause your back muscles to weaken, but others contend that they don’t cause problems.

Here’s the good news – for this application, it makes no difference who’s right. If you use the brace on a limited basis, you’ll get the benefit of the brace without allowing your muscles to atrophy.

If you can’t stand in place or walk very far without having back pain, you’re a great candidate for a back brace. Using it correctly can help you be more active and enjoy your life with less pain.  

Learn the rules of wearing a back brace on our website.

Leave Your Pain with the Best Chiropractor in Ann Arbor

If you’ve struggled with lower back pain for years and still haven’t found relief, Dr. Thatcher can help! He wrote the book on lower back pain!  

To schedule an appointment with one of the best chiropractors in Ann Arbor, give us a call at 734-663-2300 or fill out our contact form.

How to Use a Back Brace

Do you have lower back pain?

Have you considered wearing a back brace?

The strategic use of a comfortable back brace is one of the best things you can do to manage lower back pain.

Here are some rules:

1. Buy a brace that has “medium” support. Dr. Thatcher recommends the Mueller brand, model 6711. It’s comfortable, easy to put on, and gives good support without severely restricting movement.
2. When you’re having an acute flare-up, wearing the brace for a few hours each day can help provide comfort and support to promote quicker healing. Dr. Thatcher recommends a “2-2-2” wearing schedule. Wear the brace 2 hours in the morning, 2 hours in the afternoon, and 2 hours in the evening. This gives your muscles periods of rest as well as periods of work.

Learn four more back brace rules on our website!

Leave Your Pain with the Best Chiropractor in Ann Arbor

If you’ve struggled with lower back pain for years and still haven’t found relief, Dr. Thatcher can help! He wrote the book on lower back pain!

Gentle adjustments to the spine with the Activator® instrument can improve your spinal alignment, range of motion, and promote your body’s natural healing ability. Release yourself from pain and feel like yourself again!

To schedule an appointment with one of the best chiropractors in Ann Arbor, give us a call at 734-663-2300 or fill out our contact form.