Should I also wear an orthosis at night? | Orthosis – Reasons and forms

Should I also wear an orthosis at night?

Orthoses should always be worn as agreed with the doctor. Due to the large number of different orthoses, no general statement can be made as to whether they should be worn at night. In many cases it is appropriate or even necessary to wear the orthosis at night as well, for example to prevent further damage caused by turning during sleep in case of an injured joint.

In some cases, however, it is not necessary to wear the orthosis at night or should even be avoided. In general, some orthoses should first be accustomed to the aid. It is sometimes advisable to wear them for only a short time at first to prevent sore spots or relieving postures. Over time, these sections will increase until the orthosis can be left on the body throughout, if necessary. It should therefore always be discussed with the prescribing physician when and how long the orthosis should be worn.

Can I drive with an orthosis?

Basically, you are allowed to drive a car with an orthosis. However, this should not be done if the orthosis or the underlying injury restricts the use of the vehicle. In some cases, special modifications to the car may be necessary to enable the orthosis wearer to drive a car.

In this regard, you can seek advice at a medical supply store, for example. A simple option can often be to switch to a conventional car with automatic transmission.