Brace-Yourself Reviews 

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.8

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’ve been buying their knee supports for a few years. They certainly have helped and I’m able to run 25km a week, as well as play over 10 hours of Pickleball. However, one of the knee sup... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely brilliant company to buy products from. They are there on the other side of the phone to talk to you and to advise you. When order needed changing or products needed exchanging or refunding... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It was my first time ordering knee braces and I ended up ordering the wrong size. Send them an e-mail and got an immediate response. Jeff sorted everything out in no time while advising abo... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Have been experiencing neck / shoulder pain and stiffness. After discussion with Jeff (who was extremely helpful) I opted to try the Tend Deep. Order arrived fast and WOW.....provided immediate relief... See more

Company details

  1. Medical Supply Store
  2. Fitness Equipment Store
  3. Home Health Care Service
  4. Sporting Goods Store

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Brace-Yourself is a UK specialist in orthopaedic braces, sports supports, compression sleeves and rehabilitation equipment, based in North Shields, Tyne and Wear. We supply individuals, physiotherapy clinics and professional sports teams with clinically effective products from leading manufacturers including Bauerfeind, Incrediwear, Sissel, Actimove and FootActive. We launched to offer something better than the typical online orthopaedic shopping experience, where products are often poorly made or of limited medical benefit. Today we're recognised in the industry as a leading independent provider of premium orthopaedic braces and supports, and every product we sell is chosen because it's clinically effective and can be self-applied without needing a clinician. Our range covers medical supports such as braces, splints and slings for the knee, ankle, wrist, shoulder and spine, suitable for post-surgical recovery, chronic conditions and acute injuries. For active customers, our sports and performance & recovery ranges provide joint protection and faster recovery through advanced compression and semiconductor fabric technology. We also stock fitness and rehabilitation equipment such as foam rollers, balance boards and kinesiology tape, orthopaedic footwear and insoles for conditions like plantar fasciitis and bunions, and comfort products including ergonomic pillows and posture supports. Whether customers are recovering from injury, managing a long-term condition, or looking for the best in sports protection, we aim to provide trusted, clinically proven products backed by expert advice. We believe health is about more than fixing problems — our products are designed to support body, mind and lifestyle together, combining science and innovation with a genuine focus on lasting wellbeing.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Premium Goods with High Class Customer Service

I ordered an Elbow Brace & a wristband. Had to exchange as I had ordered a size up. Jeff was amazing throughout the whole process. Delivery was really as fast as can be. Hugely impressed by the business and the customer service. Exceptional! is all I can say and Jeff was a thorough professional. From a new loyal customer.

March 28, 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellen customer service

Jeff from customer service is really going the extra mile! Very helpful to arrange a workaround in order to get the ordered item to Northern Ireland. I ordered on Friday afternoon and received the item on Monday before lunch time, excellent! The product is also good, I can only recommend Brace-Yourself.

February 20, 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Customer Service

Customer services. Jeff was quick to understand the problem and fix it. No quibble. Quick, polite efficient and apologetic. I recommend Brace-yourself. Excellent products and five star service!

February 9, 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service and products

Excellent service and products. I ordered the wrong size for two products and brace-yourself were fantastically helpful. They confirmed my correct size and swiftly replaced the supports I originally ordered and processed a refund immediately. Great experience

January 10, 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

I was looking for a brace for an upcoming ski trip.

As I was visiting the UK for a short time (I live overseas), I only had a small window where a delivery could be made. Jeff was outstanding at arranging a swift courier of the brace and it arriving before Christmas - and overcoming all the added issues with Royal Mail strikes. Great service.

December 18, 2022
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent, efficient service by brace-yourself & DHL

I ordered my Achillo Train one day and it arrived by DHL the following morning. What an excellent efficient service by the company in getting my order done quickly and DHL in its delivery service. You can’t do better than that. They also checked their stock to see if what I wanted was in stock and only one left. Very impressed.
Highly recommend brace-yourself, based in North Shields and I live in Gloucestershire.

January 5, 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great customer service and super fast…

Great customer service and super fast delivery!

I ordered Hallux Valgus Brace and contacted the seller after placing my order to say that I would be very pleased if they could send my order early and I received my order in less than 24 hours. Also, I haven't used the product yet, but I can say that it looks good quality. Nothing much to say I can only express my satisfaction by giving 5 ⭐️

December 16, 2022
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic Customer Service and…

Fantastic Customer Service and fantastic product!!

My original order didn't arrive in time before I left to take part in Ironman Barcelona with a bad knee. Absolutely no fault of Brace-Yourself, but Fedex poor service strikes again.

I contacted customer services and explained my predicament and Jeff couldn't of been more helpful. He totally understood my need, and tried desperately to track my order with Fedex with little joy. He contacted me right back and arranged another delivery (via a different courier) for the very next day. This meant my son could bring it with him when he flew out to support me. Truly fantastic customer service, and I was so grateful.

The brace was just perfect. I know the guidance would always be not to change or add anything different or new for race day but the brace gave me the support I needed, and was so comfortable. No rubbing or issues with it at all. I’ll be highly recommending it and brace-yourself.

Once again, thank you for your great customer service! Bravo!

October 1, 2022
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thank you!

I had to leave a review for this company, even though the only other review on here seems to be for the same reason as mine... A gentleman named; Geoff or Jeff helped me when I did not receive my item. It turns out it was stuck at customs... I was upset initially because had I known the item was being drop shipped, I would not have ordered it. It turns out that I could not find a retailer that stocked this item locally. I phoned retailers who, according to the manufacturer, are approved stockists; but no one had this brace in stock. Brace-yourself did offer the item at the cheapest price, and free shipping, which is why I went with them in the first place.

It was the only brace I could find that had good reviews to help with the injury I have.

Geoff/Jeff arranged a delivery with another courier, and it arrived earlier than expected. I can see the original sent item is still with the first courier - stuck at customs I have to assume. Thanks Brexit!!

I was also able to call and have someone - Geoff/Jeff pick up immediately, which was not something I could do some retailers when I was acquiring about this product.

This item has really helped a lot. Thank you!

April 6, 2022
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Superb company with outstanding customer service

What a fantastic company. Having had issues sourcing the brace that I wanted, due to supply issues into the UK, they were simply superb at every level and their customer service is second-to-none. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them or use them again, and hope many others do too.

February 11, 2021
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