What Is a Tlso
A Brace Used to Limit Motion in the Thoracic, Lumbar and Sacral Regions of the Spine (Your Back, Not Your Neck). It Is Used to Treat Stable Fractures or After...
What is a TLSO? A brace used to limit motion in the thoracic, lumbar and sacral regions of the spine (your back, not your neck). It is used to treat stable fractures or after surgery to the thoracic (middle) and or lumbar (lower) region of the spine.
What does TLSO stand for?
TLSO (Thoracic Lumbar Sacral Orthosis) It is also commonly known as a Turtle Brace A TLSO extends from just below the collar bones down to the pelvis. It is used to stabilize the spine after surgery or in the event of a spinal fracture to promote healing and decrease pain.
How long is a TLSO worn?
Following spinal surgery or injury to your back, you will need to wear a TLSO (Thoraco – Lumbo – Sacral – Orthosis). This orthosis (brace) is used to restrict movement of the mid and lower spine while it heals. Your surgeon will decide how long you are required to wear the TLSO, usually 10 to 12 weeks.
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