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In cases involving swelling, such as a localised build-up of oedema, it is recommended
to use the ancle brace with velcro. This ankle brace incorporates an adjustable elastic band above the ankle with Velcro attachments
at each end. The band is removable if necessary. The adjustable band is especially practical when you have an injury that
has caused a localised build-up of oedema, which will generally disperse upon application of our ankle brace. The adjustable
strap allows you to tighten the garment as the swollen ankle reduces in size.
Please note: The ankle brace has an oval-shaped opening for the heel. If your injury
is located around this site, it is recommended to use our socks so that the ceramic fabric covers the problem area.
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The back brace is available with a broad or narrow front. The broad front lends
more support to the back by pushing in the stomach. When compressing the abdomen, you can offload weight pressure from the
spine.
The narrow front is more comfortable when you bend over a lot in the course of your
daily routine or whenever you are seated (especially whilst driving or horse riding).
All of the fabric in the back brace, other than the Velro attachments and vinyl
trims, contains the ceramic particles. The removable rectangular pad incorporated into the back of the belt is designed to
fill up the curves around the spine, thereby promoting optimum body contact. If the pad is too intense, or if you prefer a
slim-line appearance, you can merely remove it.
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We are proud of the results we have achieved with our elbow brace, particularly
in regard to tennis elbow. It is also proving quite effective with tendonitis, an ailment which has become increasingly prevalent
since the advent of personal computers.
Ceramic fabric has a pronounced efficacy against pain caused by inflammation, and
the elbow joint is a common site of such problems. In choosing an elbow brace, it is suggested to opt for a firm fitting size,
as pressure is beneficial in recovery from this type of tendonitis.
The elbow brace can also be effective on more chronic problems, even conditions
requiring cortisone injections.
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The gloves are one of our most unique products. They have helped many people with
pain in their hands (such as rheumatoid arthritis), as well as sufferers of extremely poor circulation in their fingers.
As the product depends on heat to function, people suffering from circulatory problems,
or "cold hands" syndrome, can improve its efficacy by either wearing another pair of normal gloves over the top of our product,
or pre-warming their hands (by a heater or in warm water) before fitting our gloves.
We recommend that you wear other gloves over the top of ours if you wish to use
them outdoors. Having sourced a suitable style of protective glove, we can now provide them for this very purpose. Made of
good quality thin leather, they are durable enough for riding, driving, and many other outdoor activities.
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Inflammation causes or contributes to knee pain. When you have arthrosis of the
knee the pain emanates from an inflammation in the surrounding capsule, as the damaged cartilage itself does not have any
nerve supply. The only way to regenerate the cartilage is by exercise, which is much more tolerable and achievable once inflammation
and pain has been diminished.
The basic knee brace, which is tubular in design, is very
smooth and easy to wear. As such, it is much appreciated by the elderly, and many others who choose a sedentary lifestyle.
The basic style knee brace has a low profile and is perfect for wearing under slim
fitting clothing. It is kept in place by an elasticised ring in both the upper and lower edges. Designed to be non-constrictive,
an important design feature is the delicate cross-stitching along these elasticized edges. Care should be taken when fitting this type of knee brace. It is best to pull the brace below the cross- stitching
of the elasticated ring, not on the cross-stitching itself.
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The adjustable knee brace is also tubular in design, but
incorporates an adjustable strap across the upper portion of the garment. The strap itself is elasticated, and attaches by
virtue of a Velcro tab at each end. It can be completely detached from the garment if necessary. The strap can be tightened
when exercising, and loosened (or removed) when relaxing or sleeping. As this product can disperse oedema and reduce inflammation,
the adjustable strap can be quite beneficial in readjusting the brace as your knee returns to its normal size.
There is also a steel spring support in each side of this knee brace, designed to
keep the brace properly positioned during exercise. Although it may well lend support to the knee, the product is designed
purely for pain relief and the reduction of inflammation, and should not be relied upon as a support garment under any circumstances.
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The long sleeved T-shirt is ideally suitable for pain in your shoulder,
neck, spine, arms and elbows. It is particularly suited to shoulder, arm and elbow problems, as it always stays in contact
with those parts of your body.
In regard to back pain however, the very same reservations, advice
and alternative products mentioned in relation to the short sleeved T-shirt also apply to the long sleeved version of this
garment (Please see the relevant text for short sleeved T-shirts).
The fabric of the long sleeved T-shirt is ribbed by design, allowing
it to easily stretch and remain non-constrictive and comfortable to wear.
The grey fabric is a little softer than the black, and
as such, does get burly much sooner than the black fabric. When washing the grey version of this product, it is advisable
to use a washing bag or, alternatively, wash it by hand. It is recommended not to use rinsing agents on either style of this
garment, as such additives can cause the fabric to stiffen. There is no threat to the actual ceramic particles however, as
they are melted into the threads and are not affected by normal washing.
In addition to these original models which contain 50 % cotton and 50 % polyester,
our long sleeve T-shirt is now available in 100 % polypropylene.
The sizes of the long sleeved T-shirts are generally true to normal
standards.
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Our socks have generated remarkable feedback from users. People have a lot of trouble
with their feet, which to a large extent, is caused by inflammation, pain, or poor circulation.
Our socks are comfortable to wear throughout the day or even whilst asleep. As the
fabric reflects more heat when you are moving around, it is wise to get accustomed to the product during your active daylight
hours. Once you are comfortable with the effect or sensation generated by the ceramic fabric, you can choose to wear them
throughout the night as well.
The socks are made in two types, one with normal elasticity,
the other with looser and softer elasticity, which is of particular benefit for diabetics.
If you have sprained, or otherwise damaged your ankle, it is recommended to use
our ankle brace in preference to the socks, as the ankle brace also provides some degree of support. If your heel is part
of your problem, the sock is the preferred product because it covers the entire foot.
We also have a range of padded insoles for footwear, which are proving quite popular
with sufferers of dropped arches, tired feet, and other orthopaedic complaints affecting this region.
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The wrist brace is prescribed for people whose daily routine involves monotonous
movements (such as working with personal computers), or forceful lifting. It is comforting and easy to wear, and offers a
feeling of support and warmth for the joint.
We have also recently developed a brace that covers the wrist and the base of the
thumb. Many women in particular, have painful and recurrent problems here. It is the only place in our body where we have
two tendons in the one sheath. When used repetitively, the friction between these two tendons can cause a great deal of inflammatory
pain.
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The Polo-shirt is ideally suited for pain in your shoulder, neck and spine. It is
particularly suited to shoulder problems, as it always stays in contact with that part of your body.
This garment is not the preferred choice for lower back pain however. Due to the
concave curvature of the lumbar region, the fabric does not come into close enough contact with your lower back unless you
are seated or laying down. Although the fabric is not required to actually touch your skin (or undergarment), it must be reasonably
close to allow the ceramic particles to reflect your body heat.
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Though many people choose to sleep in their T-shirt, and have thereby achieved extremely
worthwhile results, the recommended product for lower back pain is certainly the back brace. Our mattress overlay has also
proven very beneficial in relieving back pain, and is yet another effective alternative.
Though sizes of the short sleeved T-shirts range from small to XXXL, the smaller
end of the range is still quite generous in relation to normal standards.
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Neck Brace
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We designed these neck braces, in co-operation with the Swedish Patient Rehabilitation
Organization, for sufferers of whiplash injury.
The turtleneck neck brace also incorporates a dicky bib on both the front and back.
The rear bib is designed to cover the big trapezius muscle (in the back), which can actually contribute a lot to a person’s
neck pain. Once this muscle relaxes, you will surely notice a great deal of relief.
The neck brace which is fastened with Velcro (in the front) and conforms to the
upper part of the thoracic spine, which is often involved in neck injury and related pain. Though the vertebrae in the neck
are often the perceived site of pain, it frequently emanates, partly or wholly, from the first couple of thoracic vertebrae.
For best results, it is recommended to wear the neck brace in contact with your
skin. If the pain also involves your shoulders, the T-shirt or sweater are certainly the products of choice, as they fully
envelop the site. In fact, the neck brace and either the T-shirt or sweater fit nicely together, and can actually complement
each other.
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