to stop wasting. I lost 60 lbs (was fat to begin) and had to go to a walker. It was explained to me that conditions that involve muscle wasting usually have a "critical phase" that will run its coarse and stop. Mine was Amyotrophy. As far as braces I have no experience but remember that my Chiropractor was pretty savvy on motion,walking, etc. Maybe you could get some help thatway. Good Luck, Ken in Texas.