Frontal plane corrective ability of a new unloader orthosis for medial compartment of the knee.

Background: Patients with medial compartment osteoarthritis of the knee suffer from pain and stiffness. However, current unloader braces are not being used for extended periods by knee osteoarthritis patients due to interface problems, so compliance is an issue. The aim of this study was to design a new bespoke orthosis that could be comfortable to wear while also providing the required correction to reduce medial compartment loading.