The Brace Shop

The Brace Shop Orthopedic Brace Fabrication in Windsor Mill, MD It is our mission to improve the quality of life for all whom we serve.

Since 1969 The Brace Shop has serviced local hospitals and the patient community to provide both pre-fabricated and custom made orthopedic braces.

11/16/2021

Changes in the health care laws have made more supplies for home health care available for Medicare coverage or for coverage from personal health insurance. A quick check with your provider is the quickest way to get updates.

11/11/2021

Suitcase ramps are portable wheelchair ramps that are available in various lengths and fold in the center for easy transportation and storage. They are sometimes known as bi-fold ramps and usually have a suitcase style handle that allows them to be carried like a suitcase when folded.

11/09/2021

Grab bars come in various lengths, usually beginning at about 12 inches and ranging up to 36 inches. They are most commonly made of chrome and stainless steel. The bar must be securely fastened to the wall, preferably into a wood stud.

11/04/2021

While surgeons use gauze today for medical dressings, some actually use gauze for real dresses. Before you try to make a gown out of your extra gauze, know that medical gauze is usually coated in a material like Teflon and probably won’t make a good fabric.

11/02/2021

Hypertension (high blood pressure) requires regular checking to make sure the treatment plan developed by your healthcare professional is delivering the desired results. With in-home blood pressure monitors, you can chart your progress on a daily basis.

10/28/2021

Antimicrobial wound dressings are covers that contain agents such as silver and PHMB (polyhexamethylene biguanide) to protect against common infectious bacteria. These are often used for surgical incisions and other deep wounds.

10/26/2021

Did you know that the Sushurta Samhita, a Sanskrit surgical encyclopedia from the 3rd century BC, details more than 100 different surgical devices? Ironically, with all these devices, only eight different types of surgery are detailed.

10/21/2021

Did you know there are more than three dozen different types of scissors are used both in and out of the surgery room? Some are designed to cut gauze or bandages while others must be strong enough to cut human tissue.

10/19/2021

If the catheters you use require lubrication, never use a petroleum-based lubricant, as it can have serious side effects. Always use a water-soluble lubricant designed specifically for catheters and safe, comfortable insertion.

10/14/2021

One of the most studied periods of time in regards to surgical instruments is the Civil War Era. Many Civil War Era kits survived and are found in excellent condition today – and they provide a glimpse into the surgical practices of that time.

10/12/2021

Hospice care kicks in when a doctor determines that a patient has a terminal illness and a prognosis of six months or less to live. Hospice care can last longer than six months and requires an attending physician, who can decide to provide regular treatment if a patient's condition has unexpectedly improved.

10/07/2021

Modern innovations make a big difference to the nearly 7 million Americans of all ages who struggle with mobility issues. Advanced technologies, specialized medical supplies, and familiar devices like walkers and wheelchairs enable many to remain in their homes.

Address

1718 Belmont Avenue Suite I
Baltimore, MD
21244

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

(410) 265-9292

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