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  • Hip lower-limb orthoses designed for external modification of the structural and/or functional characteristics of the hip joint during therapeutic (e.g., static therapy) procedures to prevent dislocation. Orthoses intended to prevent posterior dislocations (e.g., braces) typically consist of a pelvic band attached to a thigh cuff placed close to the knee that can control the range of movement, including extension, flexion, abduction, and adduction. To prevent anterior dislocation of the hip a knee-ankle-foot or hip-knee-ankle-foot orthosis should be used. Static therapy dislocation prevention orthoses are intended mainly to avoid dislocation following hip surgery. They are typically used for periods of 8 to 12 weeks and may be extended for patients with hip instability.
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