Do ACL braces work?
21 March 2024
By Matthew Blackwell
This article explores the world of ACL braces, examining their purported benefits and the scientific evidence behind their effectiveness, before presenting a new product for people looking to safeguard their knee health.
Say goodbye to knee pain and hello to ROAM™ OA: the latest innovation in OA braces from DonJoy®
7 February 2024
par Matthew Blackwell
Knee braces have been shown to have a positive effect on the symptoms of OA, and with the release of ROAM OA, DonJoy has a new way to help OA patients stay active and healthy.
10 reasons why skiers and snowboarders should wear a DonJoy® knee brace
5 December 2023
par Matthew Blackwell
As winter sports enthusiasts hit the slopes, the importance of protecting vulnerable joints cannot be overstated. Here are ten reasons for skiers and snowboarders to wear a DonJoy knee brace.
Introducing DonJoy ActyLight®: fit-and-forget ankle support
3 November 2023
par Matthew Blackwell
Lateral ankle sprains are one of the most common sports-related injuries. To help address this situation, DonJoy® introduces the new DonJoy ActyLight®, an ankle support so comfortable and easy to fit, you’ll forget you’re even wearing it.
The benefits of high power laser treatment
30 August 2023
par Matthew Blackwell
Modern laser therapy devices are capable of delivering therapeutic light energy quickly enough to be efficient for therapists, but what exactly are the benefits of high power laser treatment?
Why are there more ACL injuries in women's football?
28 July 2023
par Matthew Blackwell
Female footballers are at more risk of ACL injuries than males. Why are there more ACL injuries in women’s football, and how can knee bracing help in prevention and protection?
The link between COVID-19 and heel pain
12 May 2023
par Matthew Blackwell
Since the COVID-19 pandemic began in 2020, the number of patients reporting heel pain has risen. The condition is now so common it has come to be known as “pandemic foot”. Is there really a link between COVID-19 and heel pain, and if so, what treatment options are available?
How a soft brace can help improve proprioception
27 March 2023
par Matthew Blackwell
Proprioception is an important part of our everyday lives, but what happens when it is impaired, and how can wearing a soft brace help improve it?
Low back pain relief, from DonJoy®
18 January 2023
par Matthew Blackwell
As the population ages, the number of people suffering from low back pain is only going to increase. Thankfully, back supports such as Lumbostrap 35 and Dorsostrap 55 from DonJoy® can help relieve low back pain.
Does a back brace help with kyphosis?
4 October 2022
par Matthew Blackwell
In some people, kyphosis can be a debilitating spine condition that left untreated can have a severe impact on people’s lives. However, evidence suggests that wearing a back brace can help address the symptoms of kyphosis.
The experts striving to improve anterior knee pain treatment
24 June 2022
par Matthew Blackwell
One in three patients of sports medicine clinics seek treatment for anterior knee pain. The pain caused by this condition can prevent exercise or participation in sports, and can even lead to chronic disability and inability to work.
How wearing a soft brace can help jumper’s knee pain
19 May 2022
par Matthew Blackwell
Painful conditions like jumper's knee can be a barrier to activity but wearing a soft brace can help prevent or reduce knee pain.
Managing ankle sprains and chronic ankle instability with bracing
28 April 2022
par Matthew Blackwell
Ankle sprains are one of the most common injuries, but functional ankle braces offer patients a conservative way to manage both acute and chronic ankle injuries.
DonJoy® LadyStrap – back relief, precisely for women
14 April 2022
par Matthew Blackwell
When it comes to choosing a back support, one of the most important considerations is finding the best fit possible. DonJoy® LadyStrap is made specifically for the female body.
Managing tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow pain with bracing
3 March 2022
par Matthew Blackwell
Epicondylitis is a condition many tennis players and golfers will be familiar with. The repetitive movements associated with these activities can lead to pain in the lateral and medial tendons attached to the elbow, resulting in the conditions known commonly as ‘tennis elbow’ and ‘golfer’s elbow.’
How Chattanooga products are supporting neurological rehabilitation
14 December 2021
par Matthew Blackwell
As a manufacturer of rehabilitation equipment, there are few things we find more rewarding than witnessing the positive difference our products can make to people’s lives. This is why the story of Chattanooga’s latest Center of Excellence is so inspiring.
Application guidelines for radial pressure wave therapy
1 December 2021
par Cliff Eaton
Radial pressure wave (RPW) therapy can be used on a range of anatomical structures, each requiring different application techniques and parameters.
Practical guidelines for radial pressure wave therapy
8 November 2021
par Cliff Eaton
Before beginning radial pressure wave (RPW) therapy, there are a number of parameters and general practices to be aware of to help achieve positive outcomes.
How a back brace can help patients with osteoporosis
1 November 2021
par Matthew Blackwell
One therapeutic option available to osteoporotic patients is semi-rigid back bracing. These kinds of medical orthoses are designed to alleviate the symptoms of vertebral osteoporosis and help patients stay active, but what evidence is there that these products work?
How a soft brace can help maintain an active life
13 October 2021
par Matthew Blackwell
An easy, low-cost way to address the symptoms that prevent exercise is soft bracing. Soft braces are elastic and non-adhesive orthoses often used to reduce barriers to activity.
Does functional knee bracing cause muscle atrophy?
14 September 2021
par Matthew Blackwell
Despite their widespread use, it is claimed that long-term use of functional knee braces may cause muscular atrophy and reduction in muscle strength. As a result, some physical therapists, athletic trainers, and health practitioners are reluctant to recommend functional braces due to a perception that they cause weakness in the surrounding muscle. However, many recent studies demonstrate that rather than contributing to weaker muscles, bracing instead helps muscles to be more active.
An introduction to LightForce® Therapy Lasers
9 July 2021
par Matthew Blackwell
Laser therapy is a clinically proven effective adjacent treatment modality in the physical therapy practice intended for the relief of painful muscles and joints associated with acute and chronic tissue injuries.
What can shock wave therapy be used to treat?
10 June 2021
par Cliff Eaton
Focused shock wave (F-SW) therapy and radial pressure wave (RPW) therapy have been shown to stimulate the body’s natural healing process, with positive effects on bone and tendon repair, as well as tissue regeneration26. But how can these effects be applied practically to treat patients?
What are the effects of shock wave therapy?
10 June 2021
par Cliff Eaton
Shock wave therapy – a term that continues to be used to encompass both focused shock wave and radial pressure wave therapies – can be used to stimulate the body’s natural healing process, with positive effects demonstrated on bone and tendon repair and tissue regeneration1. But how does this work?…
What is the difference between focused shock wave (FSW) and radial pressure wave (RPW) therapy?
9 June 2021
par Cliff Eaton
Shock wave therapy is not a new modality; in its modern electronic form it has been around since the early 1980s, where it was first shown to have beneficial effects on treating kidney and biliary stones, and later on bone and wound healing. However, despite now being an established medical…
Treating low back pain with electrotherapy
15 April 2021
par Matthew Blackwell
Among the many impacts of the coronavirus pandemic, one of the least publicised is that of low back pain. Far more of us are currently working from home, often without the necessary ergonomic support of chairs and desks designed to prevent back problems, and as a result, physiotherapists are seeing a growing number of patients presenting with low back pain.
How a Splint Can Help Relieve Bunion Pain
13 April 2021
par Matthew Blackwell
Hallux Valgus - or bunion - is one of the most common foot deformities, especially for women, who are 15 times more likely to have corrective surgery for the condition than men. Because of its weaker connective tissue, the big toe can become misaligned, resulting in...
How a Maternity Support Belt can Help Reduce Pregnancy Pain.
13 April 2021
par Matthew Blackwell
Pregnancy pain is a common experience for many women, but it can often have a negative impact on their work lives and quality of life. Remedies for pelvic pain and low back pain during pregnancy often focus on water exercise and physiotherapy, which are not always practical solutions...
