My 6th AND BEST back brace for herniated disks between L-3 to L-5.
For my broken/herniated back problems, I went through 4 velcro-fastened elastic back braces. The velcro DOESN'T LAST! I also used a fanny pack (too thin of a strap in the front). I had considered seeing an upholstery/seamstress to put a brass zipper, or similar durable fastener on one of the elastic braces, but decided not to go for a Band-Aid to poor design. Solution: Buy something that is going to last, has a forever-secure fastener, doesn't need suspenders...a quality 6" padded double buckle-prong weight belt. So far, I love it! Comfort: like all 5 other things I have tried, this is NOT designed to be worn directly against your skin, the additional strap-loop retainer will pinch you. So, wear a t-shirt under this and then conceal it with any other garment you choose to not look odd out in public outside of the gym. Inspiration: Wearing a "weight belt" can change your mindset to exercise more :) To do those routines your physical therapist recommends, vs only using it as an easy fix for pain for the inactive...make it a tool for a better you, so you won't need it as much, and maybe even ween yourself from it (hopefully). Read more





















