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Current review. Functional knee bracing.

S H Liu·R Mirzayan
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Recent surgical advancements in anterior cruciate ligament reconstructions have led to better results in the treatment of knee injuries. Functional knee braces have been prescribed in greater number, leading to an increased production of commercially available braces. The effectiveness of braces remains controversial because of inconsistency in investigations of functional knee braces. This article reviews the historical background, biomechanics, and static and dynamic testing of knee braces and compares custom and off-the-shelf functional knee braces. Factors such as hinge design and soft tissue compliance, which may affect functional knee bracing, are discussed.

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S H Liu, R Mirzayan. 1995. Current review. Functional knee bracing.. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/7671490/

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