| EFFECTS OF BRACE AND EXERCISES WITH THERA-BAND ON MUSCLE ACTIVITY IN INDIVIDUALS WITH GENU VARUM A REVIEW STUDY |
| Paper ID : 1586-SPORTCONGRESS |
| Authors |
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Sayna Akhoundzadeh Asl *1, Ehsan Fakhri Mirzanagh2, Orhan Khodai3 1Department of sports science, University of Payam Noor Ardabil,Ardebil,Iran 2Department of sport biomechanics, University of Mohaghegh Ardebili,Ardabil,Ardebil,Iran 3Department of Sport Biomechanics, Faculty of Educational Sciences and Psychology, University of Mohaghegh Ardabili, Ardabil, Iran. |
| Abstract |
| Abstract Introduction: Genu varum is a common lower limb deformity with lateral knee axis deviation, alter joint loading, muscle activity, and gait mechanics (1). Electromyography (EMG) assessment helps design non-surgical interventions such as braces, orthosis, and corrective or aerobic exercises to improve muscle activity, Inter knee distance, Q-angle, balance, and knee torque. Methods: A review article searched in both Persian and English languages (2019 and 2024) in WOS, Magiran, Scopus, PubMed, Springer, and Google Scholar. From 52 initial articles, 20 articles on EMG activity and non-surgical interventions in genu varum were included. Intervention included 4 to 12 weeks of corrective and stretching exercises, 8 weeks of brace use, and short-term running on ground or treadmill surfaces. Results: Supportive braces (5 studies): 8-week use reduced biceps femoris activity and shock transmission and other studies noted positive effects of exercises with Thera-Band on muscle coordination and surrounding muscle performance. Conclusion: Non-surgical interventions, including supportive braces and exercises with Thera-Band can significantly improve elictrical activity of lower limb muscles in individuals with genu varum. |
| Keywords |
| Keywords: Genu varum, Electromyography, Supportive brace, Thera-band |
| Status: Abstract Accepted (Poster Presentation) |
