(HealthDay News) -- Wearing a brace can help people with
osteoarthritis better manage their pain, the Arthritis Foundation
says.
The foundation mentions these possible benefits of bracing,
which can improve pain and mobility:
- Improve stability in weakened joints.
- Improve distribution of weight and joint alignment.
- Improve joint function.
- Improve a person's risk of falling, providing an increased
feeling of security.
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