What is a TLSO back brace?

What is a TLSO? A brace used to limit motion in the thoracic, lumbar and sacral regions of the spine (your back, not your neck). It is used to treat stable fractures or after surgery to the thoracic (middle) and or lumbar (lower) region of the spine.

Is a TLSO an orthotic?

The acronym TLSO is used to refer to thoraco-lumbo-sacral orthosis, which is a brace that provides support from mid to the lower portion of the spine. This brace is most commonly used to provide support and stabilization of the spine after a back injury and/or surgery.

Are back braces orthotics?

Spinal orthoses, which include neck braces and back braces, are used to support and stabilize areas of the body from the jaw to the lower back, including the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine.

What is the purpose of a back brace?

By reducing spinal pressure, a back brace may lessen painful muscle tension that is a common protective reaction following an injury. Reduce range of motion during healing. A back brace is used to prevent or restrict painful movements, such as twisting the spine or bending forward, backward, or to the side.

What is thoracic orthosis?

TLSO (Thoracic Lumbar Sacral Orthosis) It is also commonly known as a Turtle Brace A TLSO extends from just below the collar bones down to the pelvis. It is used to stabilize the spine after surgery or in the event of a spinal fracture to promote healing and decrease pain.

What are the different types of spinal orthotic devices?

Types of Spinal Orthoses

  • Halo.
  • Thoracolumbosacral orthosis (TLSO)
  • Lumbosacral orthosis (LSO)
  • Cervical thoracic orthosis (CTO)
  • Cervical thoracic lumbosacral orthosis (CTLSO)
  • Hyperextension orthosis – jewett, spinomed.
  • Charleston bending brace.
  • Milwaukee brace.

What is a back brace needed for?

Should you wear a back brace to bed?

While wearing a back brace to bed should not be a long-term solution, doing so can give you short-term relief of a sore back at night. BraceAbility’s lower back support for sleeping has a pocket that can hold a gel pack for heat or ice therapy. This is a great way to relax the back at night.