Hip Supports

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Most hip braces are specifically designed to provide hip stability, protect against injury and common hip conditions and disorders, reduce pain caused by vigorous exercise and strenuous athletic activities, and help patients recover from delicate hip surgery. Here at BraceAbility, we have a selection of hip braces and supports depending on what you require. The Best Hip Brace for Dislocation Dislocation of the hip happens when the head of the femur (commonly known as the thighbone) slips out of its socket in the pelvis (commonly referred to as the hip bone). In about 90 percent of patients, the femur is usually pushed backward and out of the socket, with the remaining 10 percent experiencing slippage of the thighbone in a forward direction. Needless to say, both types of hip dislocation results in the hip being in a fixed, painful, and awkward position. In most cases, people who experience hip dislocation may also be unable to move their leg and, if nerve damage is present, may experience numbness in the foot or ankle area. The causes of hip dislocation vary, but the most common involve vehicular accidents and bad falls. When someone experiences accidents that involve a great amount of force and impact to the hips, the thighbone may pop out of its socket, thus causing hip dislocation. This is where hip supports and braces come in. Most of the time, doctors will ask patients suffering from hip dislocation to wear a hip orthosis brace, specifically an abduction hip brace. The brace will act as a hip stabilizer that allows varying degrees of movement while helping to prevent movements that can re-injure the patient. The hip support wrap is an ideal hip brace for dislocation. This hip support features a hydrophobic barrier to control condensation and is able to store up to 2 gel packs. This support is also an ideal hip brace after surgery of hip fractures and femur fractures. Ideal Hip Supports for Hip Protection The hip & groin wrap is one of the most versatile hip