A brace system worn by a user includes a brace, a belt, a strap, a securing mechanism and an adjusting mechanism. The brace is configured to provide support for a limb of the user. The belt is configured to be worn securely by the user above the brace. The strap depends downwardly from the belt and is configured to provide vertical support to the brace. The securing mechanism is configured to secure the strap to the brace. The adjusting mechanism is configured to adjust a length of the strap so that the strap maintains a desired supporting tension on the brace.
