Bracing for Groin Pain

A useful brace to compress and reduce pain in the adductor muscles

 

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Bracing, Taping, and Training Aids

 

Bracing for poor hip control

The SERF Strap

 

Bracing for foot and lower limb control

The Post Tib Brace

 

Taping for the Foot

Modified Low Dye

 

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