It's definetly a situation that shouldnt be ignored. You'llprobably want to drain it at least untill it relaxes. Then there are a few different ways to repair it. One, possibly as stated. With the nylon S C R e w s. Also fabricating a new brace all together, or a piece of acrylic heated, bent to fit snugly on both sides, then epoxied into place. Pics would help.