Impact of a Sensor-Based Platform on the Outcome of Medial Off-Loader Bracing in Individuals With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Pilot Randomized Clinical Trial.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

The aim of the study is to determine the effectiveness of a medial off-loader brace with sensor monitoring capabilities and associated phone application in improving outcomes for individuals with knee osteoarthritis.

Methods

This is a randomized clinical trial of participants with knee osteoarthritis, aged 40-75 with two groups: 1) brace-only and 2) brace+sensor (sensor providing walking time, knee range of motion, and 7-day activity streak). Both groups received a prefabricated custom-fitted medial off-loader brace and 12-wk self-guided exercise therapy program. Baseline and postintervention assessments included subjective and objective outcomes.

Results

Sixty participants were recruited ( n = 30/group). The brace+sensor group demonstrated higher study rete

SUBMITTER: Darcy R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12272168 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature