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Braces and Support
Whether due to arthritis, tendonitis, injury or simple fatigue, joints occasionally need additional support for stability and pain relief. In some instances, compression helps to stabilize joints, while aiding in circulation – which can help to reduce swelling and encourage recovery. In other instances, stays and external bracing can enhance a joint’s natural resilience to permit safe movement while warding off further injury or irritation.
The right support – when you need it
At National, our product assortment is designed to help relieve a variety of conditions. Our Arch Support Sport Socks provide additional padding to improve footwear fit and prevent arch injuries. Our Nylon Ankle and Nylon Knee Braces help to stabilize arthritic or injured ankle and knee joints, while enhancing circulation for reduced swelling and improved joint function. Our unique HoloFiber Ankle/Wrist Sleeve does double duty, helping to regulate body temperature around the affected joint, preventing swelling and providing stability while wicking moisture away for maximum comfort.
Take care – and feel the difference
Depending on the condition causing joint or muscle pain, a few simple practices may provide additional relief. Working in tandem with an appropriate brace or support garment, pain and irritation may be alleviated, and in some instances, eliminated completely.
As a rule, the following tactics can improve joint and muscle pain and swelling brought on by exercise, fatigue or overuse:
- Over-the-counter anti-inflammatories and pain relievers, used as directed
- Reducing or halting high-impact activities such as running or jogging, and switching to lower impact activities like walking, swimming or biking
- Choosing footwear designed to absorb shock and alleviate injury
- Using orthotics or padded inserts to absorb shock
- Stretching afflicted muscles and joints gently before and after use
As a general rule, persistent and acute pain in any joint or muscle demands the attention of your doctor. Be sure to provide as much information as possible about the activities you pursue that may have caused or irritated your condition – and ask how you might alter your activities – or activity levels – in order to achieve real, lasting improvement.
Your own support network
To learn more about some of the conditions that can benefit from braces and support products, visit the Arthritis Foundation’s web site at www.arthritis.org, or the American College of Rheumatology’s Tendonitis/Bursitis area at http://www.rheumatology.org/public/factsheets/tendonitis_new.asp.
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