All of our Orthoses are custom-made for each patient, using a plaster cast of the patient to ensure accurate measurements. Using the highest quality materials, we create a robust orthosis which will control and support, whilst providing maximum comfort for the patient.
Thoracic Lumbar Sacral Orthoses or otherwise known as TLSO are custom-made for the patient's individual requirement.
The TLSO holds, stabilises and controls the spine posture, helps reduce pain, promotes healing and prevents further injury.
Common causes for Thoracic Lumbar Sacral Orthoses are spinal injury, myeloma, cerebral palsy, adolescent idiopathic scoliosis and kyphosis.
Ortholese manufacture many TLSO variations to meet the individuals need, Corrective and Holding, with Anterior, Posterial and Bi Valve openings. We have the technical knowledge and experience to manufacture all types of braces using only approved materials of the highest standard.
Our specialist field is manufacturing TLSO's for Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis patients, with over 30 years' technical experience gained from the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital.
PATIENT CARE NOTES
Before putting on the brace, we recommend wearing a cotton t-shirt or vest which cover all areas of the skin that come into contact with the brace. For maximum comfort, ensure that it is well fitting to avoid any creases inside the brace.
Your Orthotist will show you how to put your brace on. Make sure the waist of the brace sits around your waist and that you fasten the straps firmly so that the brace is secure.
Your Orthotist will tell you how long your brace should be worn for and provide you with a wearing regime. Make sure that you follow this regime at all times as continuity of wear is critical to the effectiveness of the treatment.
It can take time to get used to wearing the spinal brace, we advise you gradually build up the wear time to help become accustomed to it, and to that it will not cause any ill effects such as skin irritation or damage.
It is important to regularly check your skin for signs of soreness, especially in the first few days of wear. If you experience any discomfort, blistering or severe redness of the skin please report it to your Orthotist.
To clean your spinal brace, simply wipe over with a damp cloth and leave to dry. Do not use any harsh chemicals or cleaning products.
Please do not try to adjust the spinal brace yourself, if you feel that it isn’t fitting correctly, then please contact your Orthotist.