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Knee Braces and Exercise: Effective Alternatives for Osteoarthritis Relief

8/28/2025

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A meta-analysis of over 100 clinical trials identified knee braces, water therapy, and exercise as effective non-drug treatments for knee osteoarthritis (KOA).
Led by Yuan Luo, the study included nearly 10,000 participants to find safer alternatives to anti-inflammatory medications.
Findings show knee braces reduce pain and enhance function, with hydrotherapy and exercise also proving effective.
Authors recommend future research on combined therapies and their cost-effectiveness.

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A meta-analysis of over 100 clinical trials identified knee braces, water therapy, and exercise as effective non-drug treatments for knee osteoarthritis (KOA).
Led by Yuan Luo, the study included nearly 10,000 participants to find safer alternatives to anti-inflammatory medications.
Findings show knee braces reduce pain and enhance function, with hydrotherapy and exercise also proving effective.
Authors recommend future research on combined therapies and their cost-effectiveness.