They say each tank top is custom-made to fit right and ask for specific measurements. It seems like a good one, created specifically for girls wearing back braces. If it works and lasts it would be worth the cost for reduction of discomfort. Maybe try a bigger size than you think you need. Many girls seem to really like these though so I wouldn't rule it out if you are searching for this material, style, and look. If we tried again we would get a bigger size and see if the arm holes work better and if the stitching didn't irritate the skin. In the end though, it wasn't right for us. Our take: It is clear a lot of thought went into this product and I really wanted it to work. at $30 per tank it is expensive, especially when it didn't work right for us. the armholes were too tight and caused serious rubbing and red marks the seams did irritate her skin a bit even with the flat-lock stitching she didn't think it reduced her sweating at all, or help keep her dry by wicking away moisture proceeds from every purchase go to the National Scoliosis FoundationĬons: - Dancer Girl didn't end up liking the material's feel under the brace the arm hole openings go up high into the armpit and have a double layer to provide protection from the brace it comes in two styles and a variety of colors the seams are very flat (but there are seams) In the end we did try one tank top because it claims to have fabric that reduces sweating - sort of like high performance athletic wear. Dancer Girl wasn't too sure about the style with the bold stitching but many girls would like the fun look I am sure. Hope has gone off to college and is no longer in her brace - congratulations Hope! I will leave the review up though in case someone comes across a used Hope's Closet item).Īnother one that comes up a lot in web searches is made by Hope's Closet. Option Three: ( NOTE: Apparently these products are no longer being made. We love the assortment of color and style options and again, they are really soft! It doesn't quite go high enough in the armpits to provide complete protection but Dancer Girl is finding that to be "OK" as she gets used to the brace in general. Our take: We really like this super-soft tank and it is cheaper than specialized options (although still more than the average tank). the tank doesn't quite come up high enough in the armpit you can't throw them in the dryer or they lose their softness Sugarlips has other seamless products - camisoles, t-shirts, leggingsĬons : - they don't have the flap under the arm the slim fit/misses size fits perfectly under Dancer Girl's brace they come in two basic youth/adult sizes and in kids sizes they are stretchy, form-fitting, and smooth (and soft!) We purchased both " the original seamless tank"and the " misses sizi ng" or "slim fit" tank, as well as a " seamless long camisole" They are not designed specifically for scoliosis braces but they were recommended by many girls who wear a back brace so we gave them a try. Option Two: One of the first options we came across was a seamless tank top by Sugarlips. the color choice is very limited (white and grey I think) we can only order them through the doctor or orthotist the armpit area is getting all stretched out of shape it is thick, tight-fitting, seam-free, smooth, and stretchyĬons: - it is very thick and Dancer Girl gets hot in it Pros: - it has a flap to cover the high piece in the armpit Option One: The doctor gave us a few Boston Ttank tops which are seamless, thick and stretchy. high enough in the armpits to provide protection there l ong enough to run the length of the braceĦ. thick enough to provide skin protection and not get ruined by the braceĥ. free of thick seams or, even better, seam-freeģ. smooth without any wrinkles (stretchy and tight fitting)Ģ. Hopefully this post will be helpful to get you on the right track to comfort!īasically anything under a scoliosis brace needs to be:ġ. However, it does require some trial and error to get the fit and feel that is right for you. There are more options than we realized for what to wear under a scoliosis brace. Being comfortable in the Boston brace depends a lot on what is going on underneath it.
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