Lumbar belts

The other criteria for choosing the lumbar belt - Men and Women

In France, nearly 80,000 people are off work every day due to low back pain, and 110,000 work accidents are due to acute low back pain. Can be traumatic or repetitive, back pain mainly affects handlers of heavy loads within companies. Thus, for these professionals, wearing a lumbar belt is strongly recommended, whether as a preventive measure or to relieve pain.

How does the lumbar belt work and where to place it?

Having a analgesic effect, the back belt is able to relieve pain by uniting the abdominal muscles with those of the spinal column. The pressures and loads on the intervertebral discs are then rebalanced to bring about immediate relief.

By reducing the muscular effort required in the spine, this back belt is an ally allowing you to return to a normal situation and regain the right gestures to protect your back strong>.

As a preventive measure, by sensitizing your muscles and nerves, the restraint belt limits the range of your movements. In other words, it prevents you from making extreme gestures that can be harmful to your back. It is thus also effective in helping you to have more comfortable and less traumatic postures for your back.

The lumbar belt is not just for heavy load handlers. Any practice or activity that may trigger lower back pain such as gardening, various construction site, cleaning or even sitting all day long at the office.

Which back belt is suitable for your profession? Is it good to wear a lumbar belt for back support?

The choice of the lumbar belt depends, of course, on the type of pathology and the morphology, but for a professional wishing to avoid low back pain, the intensity of the 'physical activity is an essential point. Thus, a person working in an office will not wear a belt designed to prevent lower back problems during heavy work.

For activities performed in a prolonged seated position, a universal restraint belt will do the trick. Used for the prevention and treatment of chronic pain, this classic lumbar belt is suitable for office workers or even drivers. Some models even allow a slight correction of poor postures.

For heavy work such as handling heavy loads and various worksite activities, turn to a strength work restraint belt. This type of belt is often equipped with flexible stays in steel ensuring good rigidity in the back. It is used in the prevention and treatment of lumbar problems. An anti-vibration lumbar belt, for its part, is to be used particularly in the context of prevention. It is a belt with high lumbar compression which is characterized by its rigidity without hindering you in your work.

Ideal for workers who suffer from aches and contractures at the end of the day, the heated lumbar belt contributes to muscle relaxation and relaxation. It is therefore recommended for everyone.

Before choosing your lumbar belt, it is important to clearly define the type of back pain. Indeed, the characteristics of a belt for the treatment of transient low back pain are different from those of a belt designed to treat chronic pain. Thus, for occasional discomfort, an intermittent-wear belt is recommended. It will therefore only be worn during times of crisis. For permanent pain, it is recommended to opt for a lumbar belt that can be worn next to the skin so that it does not interfere with your tasks.

The last element to take into account, and not the least, is your morphology. Indeed, a lumbar belt is available in two different heights. Thus, if you are less than 1.60 m tall, you will need to choose a belt with a height of 21 cm. Otherwise, you will be directed to a model with 26 cm in height. In addition to size, build, type of low back pain (high or low), state of health or pregnancy are all points to consider. In any case, it is recommended to seek advice from your doctor before purchasing your back strap.

Where to find and what types of work lumbar belts are there? Everything is on Oxwork!

There are several types of lumbar belts on the Oxwork site. They are specially designed for professionals to prevent spinal deformities, back pain or to keep them in place (spine, abdomen and lower back) during work that requires heavy lifting.

These protective equipment are generally made of EVA, polyester and latex to ensure their strength, durability and comfort. Some of these lumbar belts have adjustable shoulder straps, others have adjustable and padded belts. This is to provide better posture for workers.

What sets them apart is that they can be worn under work clothes. Among the range, we find:

• Positioning belts (anti-fall with quick-release straps)
• Lumbar belts with adjustable straps
• Hook and loop positioning belts.