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You and your healthcare team have found the best back brace for you! The next step is to take measurements so that the correct size of back brace can be ordered.

How to put on a back brace for lower back pain

Once the brace arrives, you will likely go to a fitting appointment. The purposes of the fitting appointment are to make sure the brace fits correctly and to teach you how to properly put it on. 

There may be a lot going on during the measurement and fitting appointments for your back brace, so we want to make sure you know what to expect.

Elite Medical Supply is available to help answer any questions you may have about back brace fitting. 

First, A Few Pointers on What Makes a Back Brace Fit Well

Before we get into what to expect at each of your appointments, let’s cover what makes a back brace fit well. 

1. The back brace will be snug, but not too tight.

   If it is too tight, it can pinch and irritate your skin. 

2. You should be able to breathe normally while wearing the back brace. While the brace may take some getting used to, it should not cause labored breathing. 
3. The back brace should e
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