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Current review. Functional knee bracing

S H Liu1, R Mirzayan

  • 1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of California School of Medicine, Los Angeles 90024-5931, USA.

Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research
|August 1, 1995
PubMed
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Functional knee braces are increasingly used after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction surgery. Their effectiveness is debated due to inconsistent research, highlighting the need for better brace design and testing.

Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic surgery
  • Biomedical engineering
  • Sports medicine

Background:

  • Advancements in anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction surgery have improved patient outcomes.
  • Increased prescription of functional knee braces has driven commercial production.
  • The clinical effectiveness of functional knee braces remains a subject of debate.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the historical context, biomechanics, and testing methodologies of functional knee braces.
  • To compare the efficacy and characteristics of custom versus off-the-shelf knee braces.
  • To identify factors influencing functional knee brace performance.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of historical background and biomechanics of knee braces.
  • Analysis of static and dynamic testing protocols for functional knee braces.

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  • Comparative assessment of custom-made and commercially available knee brace designs.

    • Main Results:

    • Inconsistent findings exist regarding the effectiveness of functional knee braces.
    • Hinge design and soft tissue compliance are critical factors influencing brace performance.
    • Variability in brace design and testing complicates outcome interpretation.

    Conclusions:

    • Further research is needed to standardize testing and clarify the role of functional knee braces in ACL rehabilitation.
    • Optimizing brace design, considering biomechanical principles, is crucial for enhancing patient outcomes.
    • A clearer understanding of factors affecting brace function will aid clinical decision-making.