Effectiveness and user experiences of a valgus brace in patients with knee osteoarthritis: A mixed-method randomised controlled trial
Using a valgus brace decreased knee pain intensity during walking activities. Although other outcomes showed limited effectiveness, the study's underpowered nature increased the risk of type II errors. Qualitative data highlighted positive user experiences, suggesting potential benefits beyond the measured quantitative outcomes.
Authors
- Lex D. de Jong (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1478-2619)
- Babette C van der Zwaard (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2023-0471)
- C. J. M. van Loon
- Matthijs Y. H. van Blommestein
Institutions
- Rijnstate Hospital (NL)
- Robert Bosch (Germany) (DE)
Publication Details
- Journal
- PLoS ONE
- Published
- 2025-09-04
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0330157
- Primary Topic
- Osteoarthritis Treatment and Mechanisms
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00