Taylor Brace: Guidelines For Patients Using A

Taylor Brace
ORTHOPAEDIC UNIT: 01-293 8687 /01-293 6602 GUIDELINES FOR PATIENTS USING A
BEACON CENTRE FOR ORTHOPAEDICS: 01-2937575
PHYSIOTHERAPY DEPARTMENT: 01-2936692
TAYLOR BRACE.
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Table of Contents
Introduction
1. Introduction If you are diagnosed with a spinal problem or have had spinal
surgery your consultant may prescribe the use of an external
2. What is a Taylor brace? support structure, such as the Taylor Brace. Such spinal problems
may include spinal deformity, vertebral fractures or collapse,
3. Fitting of the brace. osteoporosis of the spine, congenital abnormalities of the lumbar
sacral region and spondylolisthesis. Some spinal surgeries where
4. General recommendations the use of a brace may be prescribed are a spinal fusion,
laminectomy or discectomy.
5. Conclusion
6. Individual Patient Notes

What is a Taylor Brace?
The Taylor brace is designed to control the upper and lower

regions of the spinal column and support your spine whilst
standing, sitting and walking. It also offers a safe, non invasive
way to prevent future problems or to help you heal from a current
condition. Your physiotherapist will size and customise your
brace to fit you. You will be shown and will practice, under the
guidance of your physiotherapist, how to put on and take off your
brace.

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5. Once all the Velco straps are in place, check the position is
comfortable over the hips and waist and that the shoulder
straps in the correct position and tightened.
6. You should not feel restricted in taking a deep breath. If

you are unable to take a deep breath then the brace may be
fitted too tightly, and needs adjustment.
Fitting of the brace
1. Your physiotherapist will contour the aluminium frame to

the shape of your spine and the corset section will be fitted
appropritely based on your waist line. It will be tightened
by your physiotherapist at the back (lace section).
2. The front and shoulder straps will then be fitted.
3. The Velcro straps attached to the front of the brace secure

it into position.
4. When applying the brace alone, it is easier to firstly put the

shoulder straps on, then back up to the wall and use the
wall to hold the brace in place, and then secure the Velcro
straps at the front.
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General Recommendations Driving
In order to be safe driving a motor vehicle, you must be in control

Walking
of the car. If you feel able to drive safely with the brace on and
When wearing the brace you may walk normally, including use without any hindrance from the brace you may drive. You must
the stairs. get permission from your consultant first as there may be
restrictions depending on your surgery or your overall condition.
Sleeping
Your consultant will give you specific instructions as to whether Travel
you need to wear your brace when sleeping or if you can leave it You may travel as you wish with the brace once your condition
off at night. allows and you have your consultant’s permission.
Use and care of the brace
Activities
Your consultant will decide the duration of time for wearing the
brace. Although the Taylor brace will support you, the level of activity
you can do will be dictated by your condition. You are advised to
Wearing a cotton vest or T- shirt under your brace will help keep rest from any lifting or carrying while in the brace. Your
the lining clean and make the brace as comfortable as possible consultant and physiotherapist will lead you in this.
against your skin.
Sexual Activity
Your spinal brace should not be worn in the shower. If your This will depend on your own condition/ injury, please discuss
consultant requires you to wear the brace in the shower, you will this with your consultant for best advice.
need to be fitted with a special brace for showering.
If your brace becomes soiled, sponge clean with a damp cloth.
If any of the metal bands are uncomfortable or digging in, do not

try to modify the metal frame yourself. If you are uncomfortable,
consult your physiotherapist.
Do not place anything aside from light clothing under your brace
as it may cause a pressure area.

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Conclusion Individual Patient Notes:
We hope that you have found this booklet useful and that it has Consultant Name: ______________________________________
helped to relieve some of your fears and anxieties regarding your
use of a Taylor Brace.
Other Recommendations: ________________________________
This Patient Education leaflet was developed by the Chartered Physiotherapists Patient Declaration:
in Beacon Hospital. © Beacon Hospital.
I understand the purpose of this brace. I confirm that the brace has
been applied by a health care professional and is currently
comfortable to wear. I have been shown how to apply this brace
correctly.
Should I experience any problems with this brace, I know that I
should contact the Physiotherapy Department at Beacon Hospital
on 01-2936692.
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Health Care Professional:
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Date ____________________________________________

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6. Individual Patient Notes

The Taylor brace is designed to control the upper and lower

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6. You should not feel restricted in taking a deep breath. If

Fitting of the brace

1. Your physiotherapist will contour the aluminium frame to

2. The front and shoulder straps will then be fitted.

3. The Velcro straps attached to the front of the brace secure

4. When applying the brace alone, it is easier to firstly put the

General Recommendations Driving

In order to be safe driving a motor vehicle, you must be in control

If your brace becomes soiled, sponge clean with a damp cloth.

If any of the metal bands are uncomfortable or digging in, do not

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Conclusion Individual Patient Notes:

Other Recommendations: ________________________________

Patient Signature ____________________________________

Health Care Professional:

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