The Medicare Bracing Blog
Elite Medical Supply is a national provider of back, knee and extremity bracing products covered by Medicare. We're constantly sharing insights to help Medicare beneficiaries and providers with important information about bracing.
Finding the Best Knee Brace for Golf — Everything You Should Know
Did you know that golf puts a lot of pressure on your knees whenever you bend down to place a tee or swing the club? This makes it is quite common for golfers to experience knee pain at some point in...
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Dealing with a Torn Meniscus? Symptoms, Treatment, and Recovery Recommendations
Every year, about 61 of every 100,000 people experience a tear to their meniscus. In addition, 60% of those over the age of 65, likely have some sort of degenerative damage to the meniscus whether...
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Preparing For Recovery from Knee Replacement Surgery
Most knee replacement patients have no regrets after the surgery and rehabilitation are complete. However, the long recovery period can be off-putting (and is a key reason why people delay surgery).
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How to Delay or Avoid Your Knee Replacement Surgery
Total knee replacement (TKR) surgery has become more popular as the population ages and because of advances in medical technology. However, before you commit to this major surgical procedure,...
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How Back Braces Can Help You Ease and Treat a Lumbar Compression Fracture
The spine of a human being is comprised of bones called vertebrae. These bones are arranged in a column from top to bottom and function as support structures for the head, neck, trunk, and limbs....
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What’s The Difference Between a Herniated Disc and a Bulging Disc?
Vertebral discs function as cushions for the spine's vertebrae. They are made up of an exterior layer of tough cartilage (annulus) surrounding the softer center (nucleus pulposus). You may imagine...
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How to Manage Patella Instability with a Knee Brace
Patellar instability refers to a range of injuries that occur when the kneecap or patella is displaced from its normal resting place. A common cause of patella instability is a traumatic dislocation...
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Importance of Exercise to Minimize the Progression of Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis (OA) is a form of arthritis affecting over 30 million people in the United States. This condition occurs due to degenerative wear and tear of the protective tissue or cartilage that...
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Use the Right Back Brace to Manage or Maintain a Herniated Disc
Does wearing a back brace relieve pain associated with a herniated disc? Yes. Studies show that wearing a back brace can provide short-term relief from back pain. While a back brace won't cure your...
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All You Need to Know About the Use of a Back Brace for Back Pain Treatment
It is estimated that about 80% of adults suffer from back pain and back-related complications. Back pain may stem from accidents, muscle strain caused by heavy lifting or poor mechanics, scoliosis,...
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