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    Area of Science:

    • Orthopedic biomechanics
    • Sports medicine
    • Rehabilitation engineering

    Background:

    • Valgus stress can cause significant knee joint damage.
    • Existing braces may limit natural knee movement.
    • Protecting the knee during rehabilitation and activity is crucial.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate a novel double-hinged, single-sided knee brace.
    • To assess the brace's ability to allow full knee flexion and extension.
    • To determine the brace's efficacy in preventing valgus stress.

    Main Methods:

    • A single-sided knee brace with a double-hinged mechanism was utilized.
    • The brace was designed to permit unrestricted flexion and extension.
    • Valgus stress application to the knee joint was monitored during brace use.

    Main Results:

    • The double-hinged, single-sided knee brace allowed for complete knee flexion and extension.
    • The brace effectively prevented the application of damaging valgus stress to the knee joint.

    Conclusions:

    • This innovative knee brace design supports full range of motion.
    • The brace provides effective protection against valgus stress, aiding knee joint preservation.