NCAA basketball prohibits **non-pliable braces/casts** (e.g., fiberglass, metal) unless fully covered with **½-inch slow-rebounding foam padding** on all exterior surfaces[2][4]. Players must receive medical clearance, and officials must verify the brace’s safety during the game[2]. **Logos** on braces are restricted to one manufacturer/team logo ≤2¼ sq. inches[1][3]. Hard items like unpadded casts remain banned to prevent injury risks[8].