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Always wear a shirt under your spine brace. It helps protect your skin and makes the brace more comfortable. The right shirt can prevent irritation and pressure marks.

What to Look for in a Shirt

Choose a shirt that:

  • Fits snugly so it doesn’t wrinkle under the brace (wrinkles can cause skin irritation).
  • Is long enough to cover all the areas where the brace touches your skin.
  • Has sleeves to protect your armpits from rubbing.
  • Has smooth seams (thick seams can cause pressure spots).

Where to Find Good Shirts

Here are some places and keywords to help you shop. 

Specialty brands 

Online and Retail Stores 

These stores often carry snug undershirts or athletic shirts that work well under spine braces.

  • Target, Walmart, Kohl's, Gap, Under Armour, Athleta
  • Amazon: Keywords such as “scoliosis brace undershirt”, “shirts for scoliosis brace” or similar

This information is for educational purposes only. It is not intended to replace the advice of your health care providers. If you have any questions, talk with your doctor or others on your health care team.

If you are a Gillette patient with urgent questions or concerns, please contact Telehealth Nursing at 651-229-3890.

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