Braces & Support

Braces & Support

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Braces and Supports for Painful Joints: Effective Relief and Support

BetterCareMarket is an Australian provider of medical-grade braces and supports. Discover the benefits of our orthopaedic braces and supports for managing joint pain and improving mobility and rehabilitation.

These medical devices provide targeted compression, stability, and warmth to alleviate discomfort in knees, ankles, wrists, and other joints affected by arthritis, injuries, or chronic conditions.

 

Available in various styles, from compression sleeves to rigid braces, these products cater to different needs and activity levels. Whether you're an athlete recovering from injury or someone managing daily joint pain, find the right support to help you stay active and comfortable.

 

Thumb Braces:

Thumb braces stabilise the thumb and wrist, offering relief from conditions like arthritis, tendonitis, and ligament injuries. BetterCareMarket has a selection of quality thumb braces that support the thumb's base joint, reducing pain and improving grip strength for daily activities.

Our thumb brace by Push Ortho restricts the movement of the CMC thumb joint whilst it maintains the functionality of your hand.

 

Wrist Braces:

Discover the comfort of our wrist braces; they provide compression and support for carpal tunnel syndrome, and repetitive stress injuries. Bettercaremarket also offers wrist braces for sprain. Our wrist braces limit wrist movement, alleviate pain, and promote healing while allowing functional use of the hand.

 

Elbow Braces:

Elbow braces and elbow sleeves help in managing tennis elbow, golfer's elbow, and general elbow pain. They compress the upper forearm, reducing strain on tendons and providing support and stability to the elbow joint during activities.

Choose from a premium elbow sleeve for pain relief all the way our ROM Elbow Brace that helps control the range of motion. Our reliable Push Med Tennis Elbow Brace is an ergonomically designed elbow support that provides pain relief for tennis and golfer’s elbow.

 

Shoulder Braces:

Shoulder braces offer stability for rotator cuff injuries, dislocations, and post-surgery recovery. They limit harmful movements while allowing controlled motion, supporting the shoulder joint and promoting proper posture.

Our Vulkan Arm sling will keep the forearm in the right position to help heal your shoulder. The Push Med shoulder strap support is a shoulder stabiliser that restricts shoulder movement.

 

Neck Braces:

Neck braces, or cervical collars, support the neck and head, relieving pain from whiplash, strains, and arthritis. They limit neck movement, reduce muscle tension, and aid in proper spine alignment during recovery.

Our Semi-Rigid Cervical Collar from Push Care is designed to treat cervical injuries. They offer superior immobilisation for effective rehabilitation.

 

Back Braces:

Explore our selection of back braces that provide lumbar support for lower back pain, herniated discs, and sciatica. They help improve posture, reduce strain on the spine, and offer compression to alleviate pain during daily activities and physical work.

Our Reinforced Back Support by Push Med is made from elastic posterior stays that provide compression and support for strains, sprains of the lower back. Our Posture brace will relieve hunched shoulders through clavicle support. Our compressive back support belt restricts the movement and provides support of the lower spine.

 

Knee Braces:

Knee braces from reliable European and Australian brands support various conditions like arthritis, meniscus tears, Osgood Schlatter, patellar tendonitis and ligament injuries.

We offer knee braces specific to your needs like an Osgood Schlatter Brace, Patella knee braces, unloader knee brace and knee Braces for MCL injury. These supports stabilise the knee joint, reduce pain and swelling.

Our knee sleeves provide compression to improve circulation and healing of mild knee pain. The ROM knee braces are designed for those who need to reduce the range of motion of the knee joint.

 

Ankle Braces:

Ankle braces offer support for sprains, chronic instability, and arthritis. They limit side-to-side movement while allowing up-and-down motion, providing stability and reducing the risk of re-injury during activities.

Our AFO splint controls the range of motion in your foot and ankle to stabilise the ankle joint.

 

Foot Braces:

Foot braces, including orthotics and night splints, address conditions like plantar fasciitis, flat feet, and arch pain. They provide arch support, cushioning, and proper alignment to reduce foot pain and improve overall foot function. The CAM boot will help immobilise the foot.

 

Key advantages:

  1. Reduces Pain: Braces and supports help alleviate joint pain by:
  • Distributing pressure more evenly across the joint
  • Reducing inflammation through compression
  • Limiting excessive movement that can cause pain
  • Providing warmth, which can soothe aching joints
  1. Enhances stability: Braces improve joint stability by:
  • Supporting weak or injured ligaments and tendons
  • Preventing unwanted joint movements
  • Improving proprioception
  • Reducing the risk of falls, especially in older adults
  1. Improves circulation: Braces and supports can enhance blood flow by:
  • Applying gentle compression to increase venous return
  • Reducing swelling and fluid build-up around the joint
  • Promoting better oxygen and nutrient delivery to tissues
  • Potentially speeding up the healing process
  1. Prevents Injury: Braces help prevent injuries by:
  • Protecting vulnerable joints during physical activities
  • Correcting alignment issues that can lead to strain
  • Reducing the impact of repetitive motions
  • Providing a psychological boost, increasing confidence in movement
  1. Faster recovery: Braces and supports can accelerate recovery by:
  • Immobilising joints when necessary to promote healing
  • Allowing for controlled movement during rehabilitation
  • Reducing the load on healing tissues
  • Enabling earlier return to daily activities or sports

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some frequently asked questions about BetterCareMarket's Braces & Support

PUSH braces are designed for people who need more than basic compression. The range includes orthopaedic braces for the thumb, wrist, elbow, shoulder, back, knee, ankle and foot. Many PUSH supports are made to stabilise the affected joint while still allowing useful movement for everyday tasks, work, sport or recovery. This makes them a strong option for joint pain, arthritis, sprains, tendon strain, instability and rehabilitation. BetterCareMarket stocks PUSH braces for people who want reliable European-designed support from a trusted orthopaedic brand.
Start with the joint that needs support, then match the brace to your pain, movement and activity level. A PUSH thumb brace may suit CMC thumb arthritis or grip pain. A PUSH ankle brace may help with ankle sprains or instability. A PUSH knee brace can support knee pain, arthritis or ligament concerns. A PUSH back support may help with lower back strain or lumbar support. If your pain is severe, new or linked to swelling, numbness or loss of function, ask a physiotherapist, doctor or occupational therapist before choosing a brace.
Yes, selected PUSH braces can be useful for people living with arthritis, especially when pain, weakness or instability affects daily movement. A PUSH thumb brace can help support the base of the thumb during gripping, opening jars, writing or using a phone. PUSH knee braces and ankle braces may help provide stability and compression during walking or activity. The right brace should support the joint without making movement feel awkward. For arthritis, comfort, fit and correct support level matter more than choosing the strongest brace available.
PUSH Care is usually suited to mild injuries, everyday support and comfort when movement feels restricted. PUSH Med offers stronger support for injury treatment, prevention and joint function under stress. PUSH Ortho is generally used when a joint needs more targeted stabilisation or when function is reduced. This can help shoppers compare support levels without guessing. At BetterCareMarket, you can find PUSH options across common needs such as thumb arthritis, tennis elbow, ankle instability, knee support, neck support, shoulder support and lower back pain.
Many PUSH braces are designed to support movement during daily activity, work, exercise or sport, depending on the brace and condition. For example, an ankle brace may help with stability after a sprain, while a patella or knee brace may support the knee during walking or training. A tennis elbow brace may reduce strain during gripping or repetitive arm use. The brace should feel secure without cutting in, slipping or causing numbness. If you are returning to sport after an injury, follow advice from your treating professional.
For thumb pain or CMC thumb arthritis, a PUSH thumb brace may help stabilise the base of the thumb while keeping the hand useful for daily tasks. For wrist pain, a wrist brace may help limit painful wrist movement while still allowing hand function. For tennis elbow or golfer’s elbow, a PUSH elbow brace can apply targeted pressure to reduce strain on the forearm tendons. The best choice depends on where the pain starts, which movements trigger it and whether you need support for work, sport or everyday use.
Some PUSH braces may be suitable under NDIS Consumables or Assistive Technology if they relate to your disability needs, daily living goals and current NDIS plan. This may include selected Braces & Supports for the thumb, wrist, elbow, shoulder, back, knee, ankle or foot. BetterCareMarket is a Registered NDIS Provider and offers practical support products for people living with joint pain, reduced mobility, arthritis, injury or chronic conditions. Before ordering with NDIS funding, check your plan, funding category and payment process with your plan manager, support coordinator or the NDIS.