Research Summary by Louis Ellery
Evidence from meta-analysis & recent trials
A 2022 meta-analysis of 18 studies found significant reductions in knee joint loading and osteoarthritis symptoms when patients used gait retraining strategies with real-time feedback.
Gait retraining led to meaningful reductions in the external knee adduction moment (EKAM) — the key marker for medial knee load and osteoarthritis risk.
Participants who adopted biomechanically optimised gait patterns experienced less knee pain, improved function, and reductions in load rates — benefits that endured at follow-up.
The knee is rarely an isolated problem. Knee pain often originates from dysfunctional gait, pelvic/hip misalignment, or poor load distribution. By retraining gait mechanics, clients can reduce knee stress without reliance on medication or surgery.
Rynne R et al. (2022). "Effectiveness of gait retraining interventions in individuals with hip or knee osteoarthritis." Systematic review and meta-analysis.
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