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Always thought back braces were for old guys, but tweaking my spine on a transmission job proved me wrong.
That sharp pain when lifting a heavy part changed my tune real fast.
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tyler_davis7mo ago
Consider how a brace actually trains your body to move differently while injured. It's about preventing the next tweak, not just masking the current one.
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jamieclark7mo ago
Honestly, how bad can it be? I tweaked my back plenty of times working on cars, and it always sorts itself out. A brace seems like a quick fix for what's probably just a muscle pull. Those things are uncomfortable and don't really solve the root problem. Pain is one thing, but calling for a back brace after one incident sounds a bit dramatic. Have you tried just resting it and using some ice? Most of these injuries heal on their own without any fancy gear.
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