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The effect of a valgus knee brace combined with a lateral wedge foot orthotic for knee OA
July 2016
The effect of a valgus knee brace combined with a lateral wedge foot orthotic for knee OA
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
Combined effects of a valgus knee brace and lateral wedge foot orthotic on the external knee adduction moment in patients with varus gonarthrosis.
Arch Phys Med Rehabil. 2013 Jan;94(1):103-12. doi: 10.1016/j.apmr.2012.09.004. Epub 2012 Sep 17.Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
16 patients with osteoarthritis of the medial tibiofemoral compartment and valgus knee alignment were included in this crossover randomized trial to assess the effect of custom-fit valgus knee braces and custom-made lateral wedge foot orthotics when used concurrently and individually on external knee adduction moment during gait. Patients were randomized to undergo gait testing using a motion capt...
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