TOTAL SPINAL SUPPORT ATHELTIC WEAR
Product Specifications: The Posture-Pedic Bio-Shell
1. The Integrated Spinal Column (Exo-Spine)
The core of the undershirt features a semi-rigid thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) or a carbon-fiber composite stay that mimics the natural curvature of the human spine.
Segmented Articulation: The support is not a solid block; it is segmented to follow the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar regions. This allows for natural flexion and extension while preventing hyper-kyphosis (slouching).
Pressure Offloading: By providing a vertical structural bypass, the "spine" helps redistribute vertical compressive loads away from the intervertebral discs and onto the garmentβs external frame.
2. Circumferential Compression & Transverse Support
To be effective, the spinal support must be anchored. The shirt utilizes high-denier, medical-grade compression fabrics that wrap around the torso and abdominal wall.
Intra-Abdominal Pressure (IAP): By providing circumferential compression, the shirt increases IAP. This acts as an internal "airbag" for the spine, stabilizing the lumbar region from the front and reducing the load on the lower back muscles (erector spinae).
Scapular Retraction: Cross-tension bands across the posterior shoulders pull the scapulae (shoulder blades) toward the midline. This opens the chest cavity and prevents the internal rotation of the humerus often seen in sedentary or fatigued athletes.
3. Proprioceptive Biofeedback
Beyond physical bracing, the shirt functions through neuromuscular facilitation.
Tactile Cueing: When the wearer begins to slouch, the tension in the "hard but flexible" spine increases against the skin. This provides immediate sensory input to the brain, prompting the wearer to actively engage their core and spinal stabilizers to return to a neutral posture.
