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 When you first begin to wear your orthosis, it may seem uncomfortable and confining. It will take a short while (about one month) to feel comfortable in the brace.
Your orthosis is usually worn 21-23 hours each day, unless otherwise prescribed by your physician. You can adjust your own schedule at home for which is the best hour to be out of your orthosis. We encourage active participation in all sports and activities. Most of the time you will take the orthosis off during these events.
Getting used to your brace is like getting used to new shoes. The following program is designed to help your skin and muscles adjust to having the brace on. We have included a break-in wearing schedule below.
After you receive your brace, you should wear your orthosis as follows:
Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
Day 7
Day 8
Day 9
Day 10
Day 11
Day 12
Day 13
Day 14 |
1 Hour
2 Hours
3 Hours
4 Hours
6 Hours
8 Hours
10 Hours
12 Hours
14 Hours
16 Hours
18 Hours
20 Hours
22 Hours
23 Hours |
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