BraceAbility Plus Size Broken Rib Brace - Rib Protector Compression Wrap, Chest Support Belt for Bruised, Fractured, Dislocated Ribs, Costochondritis Relief, Sternum Brace for Men and Women (White)

I worked in a career that was very physically and mentally demanding and was injured more times than I can count. After having multiple chest surgeries in under 2 years I was tired of trying to wrap those huge elastic bandages that were put on at the hospital by Nurses. At home it was just me. So I found these and several other brands on Amazon, the first binder I bought literally came apart unraveling in mere days. But then I read the information on these and thought why not? They are listed as rib brace for fracture ribs which I’ve had before so I figured it would work on the chest just as easy. I got the first one I ordered quickly and tried it immediately. I ordered another one on my next order! It was comfortable, it did not fall apart, I bought it a size larger due to swelling in my pectoral muscles and could start it on right side, rap it all the way around and adjust the tightness easily and would go across my chest again and I pushed the Velcro down on my left side. So I had two layers across the chest and one all the way around. It did not slide down like latex bandages, it didn’t get tighter or looser unless I adjusted it, it was wide enough to hold chest bandages in place and I hardly even noticed it was on. I was very happy with quality, comfort and ordered the extra so I could wash them and let one dry while using the other. I’ve had them for over a year and they are still in great shape and Velcro still sticks fine any were I attach it. I also order the same brand abdominal binder because they were wider for my back which I have Degenerative Disc Disease and my vertebrae are crushing my bones, I’ve lost 2 inches in height and I have horrible back pain. The chest binder actually worked on my lower back too but I wanted something a little wider due to the vertebrae were hurting in a larger area. I actually bought one two big the first time but reordered a size less and they are same quality. Needless to say but I found this brand of brace that works great, easy to use and I am going to buy a few more so I have them if I ever need more. You won’t be able to find a better brace for the money. These well exceeded my expectations and I am a customer for life. I want to buy extra because it seems every time I find something that works, I can’t find again when needed. Some of my surgeries were difficult due to the chest tubes and drains so I would like to have a few more so I have enough to change out while washing one that may have been soiled while changing bandages underneath daily. Hope this helps!

Sure reduced pain after falling on the ice. Very effective!

This is a nice binder. I got it to help me recover from back surgery. It helped to hold ice packs in place and made me feel more confident walking around the house. It helped a lot with the pain. The Velcro holds it on place well. I’d give it five stars but taking it off and on a few times a day for a few weeks really wore at it and it’s getting snags and wearing out. I guess that’s to be expected. But it’s still working and it did the job very well. It’s recommend it. I’d just say be aware that it does wear out with frequent use. It’s not meant to last a long time but it will get you through a month or so of heavy use. So that’s pretty good.

I got this rib brace because rib pain is one of those problems where even normal movements can feel awful. Breathing deeply, twisting, getting comfortable in bed, or just trying to go about the day can be frustrating, so I wanted something that gave support without feeling like a full medical contraption.This has been really helpful. The compression feels supportive without being overly bulky, and it gives a little more stability when moving around. I liked that it was simple to put on and adjust, because when you’re already sore, the last thing you want is something complicated or uncomfortable to deal with.The material feels decent and it stayed in place better than I expected. It is not invisible under clothes, but it is low-profile enough that I could wear it without feeling ridiculous. I also appreciated that it gave support without making it feel impossible to breathe normally.The main thing to know is that fit and placement matter. It may take a little adjusting to get it comfortable, and I would not expect it to remove pain completely. But for extra support while healing or dealing with rib discomfort, I thought it was very useful.Overall, I’m glad I had it. It made day-to-day movement feel more manageable and gave me some peace of mind while dealing with a painful area.

Comfortable to wear- for both short, and long term, stays in place, and is good for a petite female where so many of these braces are meant for larger adults. The velcro is truly a strong one meant to stay in place, and it shows! So far it is working wonderfully! I'm very happy so far with my purchase and will order another as a backup for travel.**UPDATE:The brace material is still soft, and comfortable no matter how tight I wear it, or length of time. However, once the brace is on and closed, the velcro is nearly impossible to pull apart. It has an extremely strong grip, which, with my arthritic hands, leaves me in major pain attempting to remove it. While it's a good thing for it to stay on so firmly, it's also a detriment to those with limited hand mobility, or dexterity. If it weren't for this, I'd buy more of them.Because of this, I'll give it a 3 now, which is a shame. Good product. Too tough to remove.

I'm highly impressed by this brace! I wasn't sure if it would help me but it's so much easier to move, sit, and stand when I'm wearing it. It may have also helped me heal faster! It's very easy to adjust according to your size, even for petite bodies and I have no doubt it will work equally well for large bodies. The Velcro is incredibly strong but I'm still able to take the brace off by myself. Depending on how injured you are, you may need someone to help though. It's about as comfortable as you can expect a tight brace to be but it really does help with stability and pain during movements. Could not recommend it enough!

Brace was helpful with pain control. It was easy to put on and had plenty of belt length to fit. Velcro stayed attached even at night. Good product.

Easy to use. Really helps with pain management. Was comfortable when sleeping.

This is basically just a bandage made a tiny bit thicker. If you have a belly then it's going to roll up. In my opinion it's not worth it.

Heel goede brace ik heb die gebruikt voor gekneusde rib

La banda elástica es de muy buena calidad y cumple su función de manera excelente . La compre como segunda opción ya que la que receto el medico dejo de servir a los 2 días .

My 72 year old mother broke two ribs last week and this brace is an essential part of her recovery. She received it three days ago and has not yet taken it off, it helps that much. Before this she was using her hand and various pillows to try to brace her side. Now she is able to move much more freely. In her words: "I wouldn't be able to move without it!" She has even slept in it without any issues. The best part is that the brace hasn't moved. She put it on and hasn't had to adjust it since; no sliding down or riding up. She is also able to do her breathing exercises as part of her rehabilitation while wearing this; the stretchy material actually supports her ribs from the outside as the lungs push outward. Hands down a must have for broken ribs.

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