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Custom-made valgus-producing functional knee brace effective for varus gonarthrosis
July 2016
Custom-made valgus-producing functional knee brace effective for varus gonarthrosis
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
The effect of bracing on varus gonarthrosis.
J Bone Joint Surg Am. 1999 Apr;81(4):539-48.Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
119 patients with varus gonarthrosis were randomised into three groups to evaluate the effects of two difference bracing techniques in comparison to a control group. Patients received either a custom-made valgus-producing functional knee (unloader) brace, a neoprene brace, or standard medical treatment. Patients were evaluated over a 6 month period for disease-specific quality of life and function...
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