Braces are supportive devices designed to stabilize and protect injured or vulnerable joints, such as the knee, shoulder, ankle, and wrist. At our clinic, we offer a range of high-quality braces tailored to your specific needs, helping to reduce pain, prevent further injury, and support the healing process.
Types of Braces We Offer
- Knee Braces: Used to support the knee after an injury, surgery, or for chronic conditions like arthritis. Knee braces help stabilize the joint, reduce swelling, and provide compression to alleviate pain while maintaining mobility.
- Shoulder Braces: These braces help stabilize the shoulder joint in cases of injury, dislocation, or post-surgery. Shoulder braces provide support and limit movement to aid in recovery while helping to prevent re-injury.
- Ankle Braces: Designed for ankle sprains, strains, or instability, these braces provide compression and support to reduce swelling and protect the joint during physical activity or rehabilitation.
- Wrist and Elbow Braces: Useful for conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome, tennis elbow, or sprains, these braces help immobilize and support the wrist or elbow to reduce strain and prevent further damage.
Benefits of Braces
- Joint Stability: Braces provide added support to joints that are injured, weak, or prone to instability, helping reduce the risk of further injury.
- Pain Relief: By stabilizing the affected area and providing compression, braces can help alleviate pain, reduce swelling, and enhance recovery.
- Prevention of Re-Injury: Braces protect joints during physical activities, especially for athletes or individuals recovering from surgery, preventing re-injury or excessive strain on the affected area.
- Enhanced Mobility: Unlike traditional casts or splints, braces allow for more mobility while still offering the necessary support for recovery or injury prevention.
- Improved Confidence: By providing stability and pain relief, braces help individuals regain confidence in their movements, whether it’s returning to sports, daily activities, or post-surgery recovery.
When Should You Use a Brace?
- After an injury (e.g., sprains, strains, fractures) to provide support and limit movement during the healing process.
- Following surgery to stabilize the joint and promote proper healing.
- To manage chronic conditions such as arthritis, tendonitis, or instability.
- During physical activities or sports to prevent injury in individuals prone to joint issues.
Why Choose Braces at Our Clinic?
We offer personalized assessments to determine the right type of brace for your condition, ensuring optimal support and comfort. Our team is trained to fit and recommend braces that will not only protect your joints but also improve your overall rehabilitation and recovery.
If you’re dealing with joint pain or recovering from an injury, contact us today to explore how braces can enhance your healing journey.
Speciality Pilates equipment
We use a mix of specialised equipment including Pilates reformers, trapeze tables, fit balls, foam rollers and more. This equipment is designed specifically for clinical Pilates, promoting correct technique, appropriate resistance levels, and targeted exercises so you can really work your key areas and see results.
Our instructors also spend extra time teaching key muscle contraction techniques, which enables you to get more out of every Pilates workout session.