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Comparison category
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Lucky & Loyal Dynamic Mobility Brace
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Hero Braces
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Primary purpose
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Whole-body active rehabilitation, postural support, and conditioning
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Custom mechanical stabilization of a selected joint
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How it works
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Flexible textile tension creates core support and resistance with recoil
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A custom molded shell, straps, and joint components limit unwanted motion
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Area supported
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Trunk plus selected limbs as a coordinated system
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One diagnosed joint or limb per custom device
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Active exercise or passive relief
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Active. The dog works against and receives recoil from the sleeves during movement
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Controlled mobility within the mechanical boundaries of the orthosis
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Role in rehabilitation
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Adds frequent functional exercise and neuromuscular practice between visits
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Protects or stabilizes a specific injured structure within a clinical plan
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Home or clinical use
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Daily home movement and approved exercise after fitting
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Home wear after casting, fabrication, delivery, and professional fitting
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Fit and personalization
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Size-based textile system plus free virtual fitting and calibration
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Individually cast and fabricated for the patient
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Research and stated results
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Patented design with preliminary company testing; more peer-reviewed product research is needed
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General custom stifle orthosis evidence supports selected applications, with documented complications and monitoring needs
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Cost and long-term value
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Lower acquisition burden than most custom orthoses, broader body coverage, washable and dryable
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Custom fabrication generally costs more and may require adjustment, repair, or replacement as the dog changes
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Important limitations
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Cannot mechanically control severe joint instability like a rigid custom device but can be used with HERO Braces.
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Does not directly train the core or multiple limbs; requires break-in, skin checks, and consistent fit monitoring
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