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2. Orthotics - Wikipedia

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   Knee-ankle-foot orthosis for the treatment of patients e.g. with paraplegia after spinal cord injury, poliomyelitis or multiple sclerosis. Designation of the orthosis according to the body parts included in the orthosis fitting: knee, ankle and foot, English abbreviation: KAFO for knee-ankle-foot orthoses.

3. Knee arthritis - Wikipedia

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   Supportive devices like knee braces can be used for symptom relief in osteoarthritis of the knee. [25] [26] Knee braces may however result in discomfort, skin irritation, swelling, and may not provide benefits to all. [26] Using a cane, shock-absorbent footwear and inserts, elastic bandages, and knee sleeves may also be helpful for managing ...

4. Arthritis - Wikipedia

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   Exercise prescribed by a physical therapist has been shown to be more effective than medications in treating osteoarthritis of the knee. Exercise often focuses on improving muscle strength, endurance and flexibility. In some cases, exercises may be designed to train balance. Occupational therapy can provide assistance with activities.

5. Genu recurvatum - Wikipedia

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   Genu recurvatum is a deformity in the knee joint, so that the knee bends backwards. In this deformity, excessive extension occurs in the tibiofemoral joint. Genu recurvatum is also called knee hyperextension and back knee. This deformity is more common in women [citation needed] and people with familial ligamentous laxity. [2]

6. The best knee braces of 2024 - AOL

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   Best knee brace for exercise Crucial Compression Knee Sleeve (1 Pair) $17 at Amazon. Best budget-friendly knee brace Doufurt Knee Brace with Side Stabilizers for Meniscus Tear Knee Pain.

7. Neuromechanics of orthoses - Wikipedia

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   For that reason, most active orthoses are tethered to a power source - which works well enough for research and patient rehabilitation, since that also means a computer is always nearby [1] Other challenges when making an active orthosis is the close interface with the human. This presents difficulties with aligning the joints of the operator ...