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Recommended by Dr. Gruner

Dr. Gruner's preferred products and braces

The braces, supports, and recovery products Dr. Gruner recommends most, organized by body area. Many are HSA/FSA eligible through Truemed.

HSA / FSA eligible

Use your HSA/FSA dollars with Truemed

Many of Dr. Gruner’s recommended products and treatments can be paid for with pre-tax HSA/FSA funds through Truemed. Check your eligibility on Dr. Gruner’s Truemed page.

Shoulder

  • Shoulder support / compression sleeve

    For arthritis and rotator cuff support during activity.

  • Posture / abduction sling

    Rest and offloading after flares or procedures.

Elbow

  • Counterforce (tennis/golfer's elbow) strap

    Worn ~2 cm below the elbow to offload the tendon.

  • Elbow compression sleeve

    Warmth and support for tendinopathy.

Wrist & Hand

  • Night wrist brace (neutral position)

    First-line for carpal tunnel symptoms at night.

  • Trigger finger / thumb spica splint

    Rest for trigger finger and thumb tendon pain.

Hip

  • Hip / SI compression support

    Support for gluteal tendinopathy and hip pain.

  • Seat cushion (ischial offloading)

    For sit-bone (high hamstring) pain.

Knee

  • Offloader / hinged knee brace

    For knee arthritis and instability.

  • Patellar tendon (Chopat) strap

    For jumper's knee and patellar tendinopathy.

Ankle & Foot

  • Night splint (plantar fascia)

    Reduces morning heel pain from plantar fasciitis.

  • Orthotics / heel cups

    Arch support for plantar fasciitis and foot pain.

  • Ankle brace / compression sleeve

    Support for Achilles and ankle recovery.

Product recommendations are general guidance, not a substitute for an individualized plan. Ask Dr. Gruner which brace or support is right for your specific condition.

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