2895 / LUMBOTEK LUMBOSACRAL SUPPORT
The OTC 2895 LumboTek lumbosacral orthosis effectively stabilizes the ligaments, tendons and muscles of the lower back, providing relief from pain and discomfort. Rigid anterior and posterior panels provide additional support to the abdomen and relieve pressure over the entire lower back to the level of the L-1 vertebra. Varying degrees of additional support can be obtained by adjusting the bilateral support pulls. Made from high quality nylon and cotton blend materials.
Indications Listed Below
• Provides firm support and stabilization for muscles and ligaments; extends from lower sacrum to L-1 vertebra
• Dual panel support belt with elastic side panel molds around body contours for a comfortable fit
• Rigid anterior and posterior inserts are adjustable
• Bilateral side pulls with contact closure fastening exert evenly applied pressure
• Tapered in front for optimum wearing comfort
• Quick and easy contact closure fastening and adjustment
• Latex free
Product Features
RIGID PANELS
Rigid anterior and posterior panels provide additional support to the abdomen and relieve pressure over the entire lower back to the level of the L-1 vertebra.
BILATERAL SIDE PANELS
Bilateral side pulls with contact closure fastening exert evenly applied pressure. Tapered in front for optimum wearing comfort. Quick and easy contact closure fastening and adjustment.
How to Measure for and Apply the Lumbosacral Support
SIZE | MEASURE AROUND THE WIDEST PART OF THE HIPS |
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SMALL | 26" - 32" (66 - 81.3 CM) |
MEDIUM | 30" - 37" (76.2 - 94 CM) |
LARGE | 34" - 41" (86.4 - 104.1 CM) |
X-LARGE | 38" - 47" (96.5 - 119.4 CM) |
2X-LARGE | 44" - 54" (111.8 - 137.2 CM) |
3X-LARGE | 50" - 62" (127 - 157.5 CM) |
Measuring Instructions
A. Measure around the widest part of the hips.
Application Instructions
1. Unfasten all closures and loosen all adjustments to their fullest extent. Position garment over torso so that the curve of the back panel matches lumbar curve of your spine.
2. Fasten the inner strap on the right to the right side of the front panel by holding the front of the garment in your left hand and the inner strap in your right hand and pressing the hook of the inner strap onto the loop of the front brace panel.
3. Tighten the outer straps by stretching them away from your body, then bringing them in toward the front while maintaining the tension on them with your arm.
4. Then simply press them onto the loop on the front of the garment.
5. Check that garment is in proper position so that the back is centered over the spine, and the front pocket is centered over the front as well.
Medical Applications
Review the accompanying chart to determine the product that best suits your needs. On the left, you will find a variety of injuries that OTC products are specifically designed to treat and prevent. On the top, you will find the product numbers of all OTC Back Products. If a red box is present where the column and row intersect, your injury or condition is treated/prevented by the associated product.
1108 | 1381 | 1514 | 1965 | 1967 | 1985 | 2607 | 2856 | 2880 | 2882 | 2883 | 2884 | 2885 | 2886 | 2887 | 2889 | 2890 | 2891 | 2892 | 2893 | 2894 | 2895 | |
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Arthritis (Sacroiliac Joint) | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Chronic Lower Back Pain | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Compression Fracture | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Herniated Disc | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Lumbar Strain and Sprain | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Mild Kyphosis | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Occupational Lifting | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Sacral Sprain and Strain | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Support and Compression | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Support and Stabilization | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Joint Hypermobility | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Inequality of Leg Length |
Common Conditions of the Lower Back
Cycle through the slides below to familiarize yourself with several common conditions associated with the lower back. The conditions described below may not be treated by the specific product listed on this page. Please view the above Medical Applications Chart to determine what conditions this page's associated product treats.
The Anatomy of the Lower Back
The lumbar region of the spine, more commonly known as the lower back, is situated between the thoracic region of the spine and the sacrum. View the illustration, in accompaniment with the list below, to explore the anatomy of the lumbar.
A. L1 Vertebra
B. L2 Vertebra
C. L3 Vertebra
D. L4 Vertebra
E. L5 Vertebra
F. Sacrum
G. Spinal Disc
H. Sacroiliac Joint