Neuromuscular Changes Associated with Valgus Unloader Braces in Patients with Knee Osteoarthritis
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INTRODUCTION Valgus knee braces are effective at decreasing pain and improving function in patients with knee osteoarthritis (OA) [1]. The braces are designed to decrease loading in the medial knee compartment but previous studies are unclear if this truly occurs. Alternatively, changes in the neuromuscular system might account for the benefits of bracing. An earlier study with a small sample demonstrated a decrease in muscle coactivation in early stance for patients with knee OA with brace application [2]. The purpose of the current study is to examine the effects of 6 months of valgus brace on muscle activation patterns in patients with moderate knee OA.
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