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All of us are living fast pace life; thus, hardly get sufficient time to get our body organs relaxed from day to day tough working, sitting, walking, bending and jumping conditions. As a result majority of people today suffer with knee or back pains. Although pain killers and sprays are quite effective to subsidize the pain almost instantly but reports confirm the side effects also. Arrival of back braces and knee braces is being welcome with high note because these are free from any side effects and complications.

Back braces are designed as comfortable treatment for variety of diagnoses including Herniated discs, Spondylosis, Lumbar post-surgical stabilization, lower or mid back pain, degenerative discs disease and strains etc. These are made of moisture wicking materials that draw out the moisture from the covered body part to prevent irritation or skin breakouts. These come with easy to use air pump that facilitates the users to adjust the compressive pressure as per desired comfort level. Back braces are being accepted socially as non-invasive alternative of pharmaceutical treatments sought for back pain. Well selected back brace provides postural support, immobilization, injury protection and symptom control and can be used under the regular dress up. However, Rx indicating medical necessity, from on the panel doctor is must to take medical insurance benefit.

Other good invention for the people suffering with knee joint pains is knee brace designed to stabilize and control medial lateral movement. Knee braces come with adjustable hinges that allow effortless customization for most likely movement. These are made of breathable fabrics to maintain healthy air flow. This comfortable wear is hand washable at home. The innovative brace design targets number of diagnoses including osteoarthritis, Arthritis, Chondromalacia Patella, Fibula or Tibia Necrosis, Ligament Tear, Meniscus Cartilage Derangement and Neurological Diseases like Hemiplegia, Dominant Side, Infantile Cerebral Palsy and Mono-neuritis at Lower Limb. Doctors recommend use of knee joint braces for Multiple Sclerosis, Paraplegia at Lower Limbs, NVarious types Fractures or Dislocations, Muscle/Tendon and Congenital Knee Deformity etc also.

Both back and knee braces are available in variety of sizes like small, medium, large, X large, 2x large and 3C large etc. Selection of good brand is must to get the desired comfort level and results. Some brands that do not have approval of concerned insurance company may refrain the users from other medical benefits also; so, be careful for prescription and brand certification. Accuracy of size also plays very important role in effectiveness; though the size and fitting can be adjusted but there exist some limitations.