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Does the use of a back brace increase spinal disc pressure or decreases it?

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Dr. Douglas Linville II answered

Braces: Braces actually will increase stress in the lower 2 lumbar levels--l4-5 and l5-s1. Also, braces will cause stress transfer to hips (likely si joints also). The protected levels are likely t8-l3. But the brace will limit motion and not stress. Remember, when standing, all your weight will still be transmitted through the spine.

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

Does the use of a back brace increase spinal disc pressure or decreases it?

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Dr. Douglas Linville II answered

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