Beyond Unloaders: Delaying Knee OA Progression, Part I
John Kenney, Phd, BOCO
October 1, 2024
Unloader knee brace technology has been in development and use for several decades. The concept of knee braces to provide support and alleviate pain has been around since at least the mid-20th century, but the specific design of unloader braces, which aim to reduce load on one compartment of the knee (typically the medial compartment), became more refined and widely adopted starting in the 1980s and 1990s. The unloader brace technology saw significant advancements during these decades, with improvements in materials, design, and the understanding of biomechanics. Modern unloader knee braces are designed to be more comfortable, effective, and adjustable, catering to the specific needs of individuals with knee osteoarthritis (OA).
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