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Medical taping is a method in which kinesiology tape is used to support muscles in their function. It is widely used in the sports world. However, research shows that medical taping can also help against hay fever. In this blog, we would like to tell you more about this. Feel free to read on. How does hay fever occur? Trees, grasses and plants give off pollen. These pollens are spread through the air. This allows our airways to come into contact with it. Our body naturally produces antibodies against these pollens, but in people with hay fever symptoms, the body continues to react to these pollens. If this is the case, we speak of an allergy.

Whether you are recovering from an injury, taking preventive measures or just need some extra support, wearing a thumb brace always provides the right support and stability. We list below some of the questions people would like answers to. Read on quickly below. Which movements or activities to avoid when wearing a thumb brace

Children are full of energy and are almost always playing sports, climbing, scrambling, and playing. And sometimes accidents happen. Wearing a thumb support for children can then help. A thumb support provides support, protection and is also very comfortable to wear. When is a thumb support required for children? A thumb support can be used for various conditions and injuries in a child. We list some of them for you below:

Working is an integral part of our lives, but unfortunately, it can also be the cause of stress and physical discomfort. Whether you sit at a desk, work in a production environment, or work at home, it is vital to pay attention to ergonomics and stress management. Creating a healthy working environment and managing stress effectively can not only improve your well-being and comfort, but also increase productivity. In this blog, we delve deeper into the world of ergonomics and stress management at work. We will explain why ergonomics is so important and how you can optimise your workplace for better posture. We will also address the causes of stress at work and discuss effective strategies to reduce stress and maintain a healthy balance.

Most people know that prolonged sitting is not healthy. But neither is working standing for long periods of time. When your work requires you to stand for long periods, symptoms such as varicose veins, tired legs and lower back pain can occur. Also, people who stand for long periods of time are at twice the risk of cardiovascular disease than those who do sedentary work. Fortunately, there are a number of things you can do to remedy this. We list them for you below. Read on quickly! Working in a sedentary position

Do you have back complaints or are you looking for the right support, for example during sports? Podobrace has a very wide range of back supports for various complaints. We are happy to give you more information about our products and their use. Read on below: For which complaints is wearing a back brace recommended? With back complaints, it is essential to give your back the right support. Wearing a back brace stabilises the back and relieves pain. It also improves your posture, allowing your back to recover faster from back pain. A back support can be used for numerous conditions and injuries. We have listed some of them for you below:

Wrist braces come in different shapes, sizes and for different conditions and complaints. Among others, you can choose a wrist brace with splint. We would like to tell you more about this brace. Read on below: What is a wrist brace with splint?

Support stockings come in different shapes and sizes. They come with closed toes, open toes and even with a zip. Why should you choose open-toed stockings? We're happy to explain it to you! When to wear support stockings with an open toe?

Neck stenosis is a condition in which the spinal canal in the neck is narrowed. This can lead to pressure on the spinal cord or nerve roots in the neck. Neck stenosis can cause pain, tingling, loss of strength and other symptoms in the neck, arms and hands. What causes neck stenosis? Neck stenosis can have several causes. We list them for you below.

An umbilical hernia is a painful and annoying condition common in babies and also in adults. Fortunately, an umbilical hernia is easily treatable. We would like to give you more information on the occurrence and treatment of an umbilical hernia. Read on quickly below. What is an umbilical hernia? An umbilical hernia is a bulging of the peritoneum due to a weakness in the abdominal wall, near the belly button. The peritoneum is the membrane that surrounds the abdominal organs. In an umbilical hernia, fatty tissue or part of the intestines can come out through the weak spot. The spot in the abdominal wall where the opening is located is called the rupture port. Sometimes some of the abdominal contents are in the rupture pocket, but this is not always the case. When pressure is put on the abdomen, then more abdominal contents enter the fracture pocket. This is caused by, for example, coughing, pressing or heavy lifting.

Susceptibility to injury is something that amateur, and professional players face when playing their favourite sport. The more you sport, the more pressure is exerted on the joints. This in turn leads to pain, stiffness, sprains, dislocations and even osteoarthritis. The above-mentioned problems often occur in the elbows, wrists, knees, ankles and shoulders. Nevertheless, good care and support products can prevent joint injuries and disorders. Below, we give you some tips for the best ways to protect your joints during exercise.

Calf lash is very annoying and extremely painful. Driving a car with whiplash is therefore not possible. We would like to give you more information on exactly what whiplash is, what you can do about it, and when you will be able to drive again! Read on quickly below. What is whiplash in the calf? A whiplash is a (partial) muscle tear on the inside of the calf. This muscle tear can occur when you suddenly tighten your calf muscles forcefully. A sudden, intense, sharp pain or burning sensation then occurs in the calf. This feels as if a racket, ball or whip is struck against it.

Wrist injuries and conditions can cause tremendous discomfort and hamper your daily activities. Fortunately, there are different types of wrist braces that relieve pain, provide stability and speed up recovery. However, choosing the right wrist brace is essential for effective support. In this blog, we will highlight different types of wrist braces. Neoprene wrist brace

Back pain can be a seriously painful and wrecking disorder that many people get to deal with in their life. Pretty much everyone will get back pain in their life once. With some people, the pain is gone within a matter of days, others suffer from chronic back pain. Fortunately, there are many ways to alleviate the pain. Your gut may tell you that you need to sit still, and move as little as possible, but that's not the case. At Podobrace, we have a wide assortment of back support products available. They are suitable for many forms of back pain, and have many protection levels. All these braces have been used with great success for years to remedy and prevent back complaints.

Do you have inflammation in the Achilles tendon and want to know how to speed up healing? This blog will tell you how. The Achilles tendon is a tendon that connects the calf muscle and the heel bone. When using the legs, a lot of tension is put on this tendon. It is important that the Achilles tendon is strong enough, since it is used when walking, running or jumping, for example.