Back support belt, orthopedic, sporty and elastic

Every day our spine withstands huge loads, but, unfortunately, the musculoskeletal system often fails due to excessive physical stress. If this happens regularly, then sooner or later diseases of the spinal column develop, for example, osteochondrosis, spondylosis, sciatica, intervertebral hernia.

To protect the spinal column from such consequences, there is a belt for the back. This orthopedic product allows you to securely fix the desired segment of the spine and protect it from injury. Thanks to such a simple product, it is possible to increase a person’s ability to work, but at the same time reduce the risk of injury to the tissues of the back.

Some models are used not only for support and fixation, but also have a massage and warming function, others are used for posture correction. The modern spine belt is so thin and comfortable that it is almost invisible under clothing.

Modern belts for the back are so thin that they are almost invisible under clothing.

Indications for wearing

• with degenerative and dystrophic diseases of the thoracic and lumbar spine (osteochondrosis, spondylolisthesis, spondylarthrosis, spondylosis);
• with intervertebral hernias and hernias of Schmorl;
• with osteoporosis of the vertebrae for the prevention of fractures;
• with compression fractures of the vertebral bodies;
• with radiculitis of the thoracic and lumbar regions;
• during recovery after injuries or operations on the spine;
• with scoliosis and other spinal deformities as a method of protection against pain;
• with constant overloads of the spine, which is associated with the type of activity, for example, loaders, athletes, drivers;
• during pregnancy in late terms for the prevention of back pain;
• with minor posture defects;
• with congenital or acquired diseases of the musculoskeletal system;
• with weakness of the back muscles.

It is important to understand that the support belt for the back is selected individually in each case, and only a specialist makes this choice. He also appoints a mode of wearing, which must be adhered to.

Types of belts for the back

The main criterion by which medical belts are classified is the degree of its rigidity. Depending on this, there are 3 types of back bandages:

1. Light hardness. This is an ordinary elastic belt made of dense fabric, which does not have additional internal fixing elements (stiffening ribs). Such bandages are used during pregnancy for support, for the prevention of sports injuries (sports belt), for the prevention of degenerative-dystrophic diseases of the spine in people at risk.
2. Medium hardness. As a rule, such products incorporate several additional fixing and supporting elements (2-4 stiffeners, fasteners, belts, etc.). It is recommended to wear it in case of exacerbation of the pathology of the spine with pain syndrome (osteochondrosis, sciatica, intervertebral hernia), for the prevention of a compression fracture in osteoporosis, with spinal deformities.
3. Strong degree of hardness. Such belts are equipped with 4-8 plastic or steel stiffeners, have many additional structures for fixation on the patient's body. Their wearing is recommended in case of spinal injury, during the period of rehabilitation after surgery, for posture correction in case of severe deformities.

Medium hardness belt with 4 ribs

Depending on the section of the spine, which is fixed with a bandage, the following types are distinguished:

• thoracolumbar,
• lumbar,
• lumbosacral.

In addition, there are special types of belts, for example, warming from wool, massage, magnetic and others.

How do these belts work?

The main types of therapeutic and prophylactic effects of belts for the back:

• support the muscles of the back in good shape, respectively, and the spinal column;
• protect the vertebrae from overload, and the muscles and ligaments from stretching and injury;
• activate the processes of blood supply in the soft paravertebral tissues;
• fix the spine in the correct position, preventing its deformation;
• reduce the intensity of pain in vertebral diseases.

The principle of operation of an orthopedic product is very simple. The spine is made up of many mobile segments. In the case of any diseases or exposure to risk factors, their mobility increases and their instability develops. This threatens to damage both the cartilaginous tissue of the discs and the vertebrae themselves, as well as the surrounding soft tissues and nerve fibers. The belt for the back, when properly put on and adequately sized, forms additional shells (supporting, stabilizing and protective), which do not allow hypermobility of the spinal segments and allow you to perform movements without pain and the risk of damaging the vertebrae.

Special types

As already mentioned, there are special varieties of belts for the back, which, in addition to the standard fixing and supporting effect, have a number of other additional therapeutic functions.

magnetic belt

This product is additionally equipped with magnets. When put on, a magnetic field is created, which has a positive effect not only on the tissues of the back, but also on the internal organs. Thanks to the magnetic field, blood circulation is activated in the damaged tissues of the spine, which improves nutrition and oxygen supply to the cells.

The properties of the magnetic field have long been used in traditional and alternative medicine, so this belt will become a reliable tool for the treatment and prevention of a large number of pathologies.

inflatable belt

Such a product is additionally equipped with inflatable vertical cavities that are filled with air. A tonometer is attached to the belt, which allows you to strictly control the pressure on the structures of the back.

Such a pneumatic bandage securely fixes the spine and limits painful movements. Allows you to restore the distance between the vertebrae, reduce the load on the intervertebral discs in the same way as traction of the spine.

Such a belt is just perfect for traveling, when the vertebrae can shift from shaking in the car and an acute attack of sciatica occurs.

massage belt

Such belts are more often used not for the treatment and prevention of diseases of the spine, but for weight loss. Built-in vibrating elements activate blood circulation in the waist area, which helps to reduce the severity of cellulite and body fat.

Also, such belts are used by athletes after hard training. Massage allows you to relieve muscle tension, quickly remove the accumulation of lactic acid after intense muscle work.

Warming belt

Such products should be made only from natural woolen fabrics. The main effect is the heat that our body releases into the environment, but with the help of a belt it remains in the lumbar region and helps to improve microcirculation processes, and painful muscle spasms are eliminated.

Posture Correction Belt

Such belts are called corsets or posture correctors; in terms of their structure, they belong to belts of medium rigidity. In its composition have several corrective additional elements.

You need to wear such a product for several hours a day. In the case of constant use, the back muscles can atrophy, which will further aggravate the situation. The main function of the correctors is to support the posture in the correct position so that the correct motor stereotype is formed in the brain, which in the future will allow maintaining a normal posture of the spine without additional devices and without thinking about it.

What does a posture corrector look like?

The main points that you need to pay attention to when buying a belt for the back:

1. The material from which the product is made. It should be as natural as possible, highly absorbent and breathable, should not cause allergic manifestations, wash well and be wear-resistant, elastic, and not lose its shape.
2. Size and personal comfort. You need to select a belt strictly according to size. Also, before buying it must be tried on, even if the size fits.
3. function and purpose. Heading to the store for a purchase, you need to clearly understand what a bandage is for. To do this, you need to consult a specialist who will help you make the right choice.
4. Product price. It is also an important criterion. It is the higher, the more elements for additional fixation and other functions the belt has. Also, the cost is affected by the quality of the material, appearance and brand of the manufacturer.

The orthopedic belt for the back, with the right choice and operation, is an excellent tool for additional prevention and treatment of various diseases of the spine. Therefore, the choice of such a product should be approached wisely. Does not place the help of an experienced specialist.