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Undershirts for a spinal brace (spinal orthosis)UUndershirts for a spinal brace (spinal orthosis)Undershirts for a spinal brace (spinal orthosis)EnglishOrthopaedics/MusculoskeletalPre-teen (9-12 years);Teen (13-18 years)SpineSkeletal systemNon-drug treatmentCaregivers Adult (19+)NA2021-08-09T04:00:00Z8.0000000000000061.0000000000000590.000000000000Flat ContentHealth A-Z<p>A spinal brace is worn over a cotton undershirt. Learn about making stockinette undershirts.</p><figure> <span class="asset-image-title">Stockinette undershirt</span> <img src="https://assets.aboutkidshealth.ca/akhassets/stockinette_undershirt_EQUIP_ILL_EN.jpg" alt="Woman wearing stockinette undershirt over bra and underpants" /> <figcaption class="asset-image-caption">Cotton undershirts are worn under the orthosis, and over the bra and underpants. It should be long enough to come well below the orthosis. An undershirt made from cotton stockinette is shown here.</figcaption></figure> <p>A <a href="https://www.aboutkidshealth.ca/Article?contentid=974&language=English">spinal brace (spinal orthosis)</a> is worn over a cotton undershirt. For girls, the brace is worn over the bra and a cotton undershirt. It is sometimes difficult to find seamless 100% cotton undershirts that are long and snug enough, so instructions on how to make your own are provided below.</p><h2>Key points</h2><ul><li>A spinal brace is worn over a cotton undershirt.</li><li>You can buy cotton undershirts or make your own from cotton stockinette.</li><li>You can also use undershirts or T-shirts made from other breathable fabrics.</li></ul><h2>At SickKids</h2><p>Rolls of tubular 100% cotton stockinette can be purchased from The Children's Orthotics Clinic. Rolls are 25 yards long (about 23 metres) and will make 25 to 30 undershirts.</p><p>Ready-made undershirts made with moisture-wicking material are also available to be purchased from The Children's Orthotics Clinic.</p><p>All proceeds from orthotic treatment at The Children's Orthotics Clinic go towards supporting patient care and research at SickKids. For more information, please see <a href="https://www.sickkids.ca/en/care-services/support-services/childrens-orthotics/">https://www.sickkids.ca/en/care-services/support-services/childrens-orthotics/</a>.</p>
Maillots de corps pour les orthèses vertébralesMMaillots de corps pour les orthèses vertébralesUndershirts for spinal orthosesFrenchOrthopaedics/MusculoskeletalPre-teen (9-12 years);Teen (13-18 years)SpineSkeletal systemNon-drug treatmentCaregivers Adult (19+)NA2009-12-29T05:00:00Z7.0000000000000066.0000000000000415.000000000000Flat ContentHealth A-Z<p>Une orthèse vertébrale se porte par-dessus d’un maillot de corps en coton. Apprenez comment fabriquer des maillots de corps en jersey.</p><figure> <span class="asset-image-title">Tricot de corps en mousseline</span> <img src="https://assets.aboutkidshealth.ca/akhassets/stockinette_undershirt_EQUIP_ILL_EN.jpg" alt="Femme portant un tricot de corps en mousseline par-dessus le soutien-gorge et les culottes" /> <figcaption class="asset-image-caption">Il faut porter un maillot de corps en coton sous l'orthèse et par-dessus le soutien-gorge et les culottes ou caleçons. Le maillot de corps doit être assez long pour bien dépasser de l'orthèse. Voici un exemple de maillot de corps en jersey tubulaire en coton.</figcaption> </figure> <p>Une <a href="/Article?contentid=974&language=French">orthèse vertébrale</a> se porte par-dessus un maillot de corps en coton. Chez les filles, l’orthèse se porte par dessus un soutien-gorge et un maillot de corps. Il est parfois difficile de trouver des maillots de corps entièrement en coton et sans couture qui sont assez longs et assez serrés. </p><h2>À re​tenir</h2> <ul><li>Une orthèse vertébrale se porte au-dessus d’un maillot de corps en coton. </li><li>Vous pouvez acheter des maillots de coton ou les fabriquer vous-même en jersey tubulaire. </li><li>Vous pouvez aussi utiliser des maillots ou des T-shirts fabriqués d’autres tissus qui respirent. </li></ul><h2>À l’hôpital SickKids :</h2><p>Vous pouvez acheter des rouleaux de jersey tubulaire entièrement en coton auprès du Centre d’orthétique. Les rouleaux mesurent 25 verges (environ 23 mètres) et permettent de fabriquer de 25 à 30 maillots.</p><p>Des maillots déjà fabriqués avec du matériau COOLMAX® peuvent aussi être achetés au Centre d’orthétique.</p>

 

 

 

 

Undershirts for a spinal brace (spinal orthosis)1119.00000000000Undershirts for a spinal brace (spinal orthosis)Undershirts for a spinal brace (spinal orthosis)UEnglishOrthopaedics/MusculoskeletalPre-teen (9-12 years);Teen (13-18 years)SpineSkeletal systemNon-drug treatmentCaregivers Adult (19+)NA2021-08-09T04:00:00Z8.0000000000000061.0000000000000590.000000000000Flat ContentHealth A-Z<p>A spinal brace is worn over a cotton undershirt. Learn about making stockinette undershirts.</p><figure> <span class="asset-image-title">Stockinette undershirt</span> <img src="https://assets.aboutkidshealth.ca/akhassets/stockinette_undershirt_EQUIP_ILL_EN.jpg" alt="Woman wearing stockinette undershirt over bra and underpants" /> <figcaption class="asset-image-caption">Cotton undershirts are worn under the orthosis, and over the bra and underpants. It should be long enough to come well below the orthosis. An undershirt made from cotton stockinette is shown here.</figcaption></figure> <p>A <a href="https://www.aboutkidshealth.ca/Article?contentid=974&language=English">spinal brace (spinal orthosis)</a> is worn over a cotton undershirt. For girls, the brace is worn over the bra and a cotton undershirt. It is sometimes difficult to find seamless 100% cotton undershirts that are long and snug enough, so instructions on how to make your own are provided below.</p><h2>Key points</h2><ul><li>A spinal brace is worn over a cotton undershirt.</li><li>You can buy cotton undershirts or make your own from cotton stockinette.</li><li>You can also use undershirts or T-shirts made from other breathable fabrics.</li></ul><h2>Instructions for making stockinette undershirts</h2><p>Stockinette is a seamless, stretchy, knitted fabric used for making undergarments to wear under braces. Its tubular shape is worn around the body. There are two ways to make undershirts from cotton stockinette:</p><ol><li>Cut a piece of stockinette to fit the length from your child’s shoulder to just above their knees. Starting 3½ inches from one end of the stockinette, cut two half-circle slits for the armholes (5 to 7 inches in diameter). The neck can be cut into a half-circle as well, just like a regular undershirt. The raw edges can be turned under and stitched, if desired.</li><li>Cut a piece of stockinette to fit the length from your child’s shoulder to just above their knees. Sew a length of elastic around the opening at one end. When putting the brace on your child, pull the elastic end up high under their arms. Put on and do up the brace, then fold the extra stockinette down over the top of the brace.</li></ol><p>Stockinette is 100% cotton and will shrink up to 15 cm (6 inches). Allow for this much shrinkage when cutting undershirts. Before cutting the whole stockinette roll into undershirts, cut 2 or 3 undershirts first and wash them. This will give you an idea of how much shrinkage to expect.</p><h2>Washing instructions</h2><p>Place stockinette undershirts in a mesh bag or pillow case for machine washing. Wash in lukewarm or cold water in the washing machine. Use mild, non-perfumed detergent. Do not use liquid fabric softener, as it clogs the spaces in between the fibres that wick away moisture. Use a cool tumble cycle in the dryer or hang to dry. Do not use bleach.</p><h2>Moisture-wicking undershirts</h2><p>There are also various readymade moisture-wicking garments that your child can wear under their brace. These seamless, breathable undershirts wick away moisture from the body and keep your child cool. Breathable sports T-shirts are also an option. If they have seams, you may try turning them inside out. Although many moisture-wicking undershirts are made with synthetic materials, or a mixture of synthetic and natural materials, they can still be appropriate for use underneath a brace.</p><p>Speak to your child’s orthotist for more information about cotton stockinette or ready-made undershirts.</p><h2>At SickKids</h2><p>Rolls of tubular 100% cotton stockinette can be purchased from The Children's Orthotics Clinic. Rolls are 25 yards long (about 23 metres) and will make 25 to 30 undershirts.</p><p>Ready-made undershirts made with moisture-wicking material are also available to be purchased from The Children's Orthotics Clinic.</p><p>All proceeds from orthotic treatment at The Children's Orthotics Clinic go towards supporting patient care and research at SickKids. For more information, please see <a href="https://www.sickkids.ca/en/care-services/support-services/childrens-orthotics/">https://www.sickkids.ca/en/care-services/support-services/childrens-orthotics/</a>.</p>https://assets.aboutkidshealth.ca/akhassets/stockinette_undershirt_EQUIP_ILL_EN.jpgUndershirts for a spinal brace (spinal orthosis)False

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