For athletes dealing with former injuries, chronic pain and even for those without any ailments at all, using sports braces in Brampton can be a great way to lend support to your highly strained body. Braces are comfortable to wear, provide necessary support and don’t hinder function, giving athletes the ability to play their game without the overhanging threat of tears, pulls or muscle strains on their mind.
That being said, sports braces in Brampton are not a complete safeguard against injuries, but wearing one can dramatically reduce your exposure to overexertion, since braces are designed to add support to the area that they’re applied to. Wearing a brace may feel very new to some athletes, but, with emphasis put on finding the right brace, it’s something that can be easily adjusted for.
What kind of brace do you need?
There are many different types of braces to choose from, each with its own unique method of support. Knee braces help to prevent overexertion when legs are extended; elbow braces can have the same effect for arms and wrist braces can help to prevent against awkward wrist movements that are often precursors to breakages or sprains.
Pinpoint the area of your body that has already experienced strain or is at the most risk of damage and start by looking at different braces that are designed to meet the needs of these areas. Often, going to a physician can help to narrow down the search for the right brace and your local physiotherapist may even have options for you to try on before you purchase them.
What type of brace feels most comfortable?
There are different types of braces even beyond just supports for different parts of your body. Slip on braces, wraps and stabilizers all come with their own list of pros and cons, making it paramount that you choose an option that will remain comfortable while it’s in place. Furthermore, you’ll need to select an option that stays secure during all types of activity, so that the brace can do its job at all times.
Closed or open braces?
The difference between a closed an open brace is generally only a factor in braces that offer support around a protruding bone—your knee, elbow or wrist, for example. In these areas, because bone protrudes during flexing, it can benefit some athletes to choose a brace that allows for an opening where this flex happens. In other cases, it doesn’t make much of a difference, thus allowing a closed brace to be chosen.
Get the proper sizing and fitting
Another reason that visiting a physiotherapist for a brace fitting is so important is to ensure that you’re getting the right size and fit for your body type. Having a brace that’s too tight or too loose can actually worsen the strain to that area and cause harm, rather than do good. Having sports braces in Brampton custom fitted by a physiotherapist ensures that the brace is able to do its job at all times, comfortably.