New Research on Anterior Knee Unloading
Join leading knee specialists Dr. Adam Yanke, Dr. Richard Danilkowicz, and Dr. John Fulkerson for an exclusive discussion of important new research that could help advance the nonsurgical treatment of patellofemoral osteoarthritis. The panel will examine the clinical findings from a newly published study evaluating a custom anterior knee unloader brace for patients with patellofemoral osteoarthritis and multicompartment knee osteoarthritis with patellofemoral involvement.
Webinar Details
Monday, July 27, 2026 at 6:00–7:00 p.m. ET
Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at 5:00–6:00 p.m. ET
Registration is free and open to clinicians, patients, researchers, and anyone interested in knee osteoarthritis treatment. Limited to 150 attendees per session.
About the Study
Recently published in Arthroscopy, Sports Medicine, and Rehabilitation, an AANA journal, the study evaluated the clinical outcomes and wear compliance associated with a custom-fit anterior knee unloader brace. The research included 113 patients and 134 knees with patellofemoral osteoarthritis or multicompartment knee osteoarthritis with patellofemoral involvement. Participants wore the Icarus Medical Ascender Knee Brace during daily activities for four weeks.
Key Findings
• 59.3% average improvement in VAS pain scores
• KOOS JR improved 63.8% on average
• 56.9% of patients wore the brace 4 times per week
Featured Speakers
Adam B. Yanke, MD, PhD
Dr. Adam Yanke is an orthopedic sports medicine surgeon specializing in patellofemoral disorders, cartilage restoration, knee preservation, and advanced arthroscopy. He serves as Vice Chair of Research in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Co-Director of the Cartilage Restoration Center at Rush University Medical Center. Dr. Yanke is the corresponding author of the published study.
Richard Danilkowicz, MD
Dr. Richard Danilkowicz is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in orthopedic sports medicine and the treatment of knee and other musculoskeletal conditions. He currently practices with Emory Orthopaedics & Spine Center.
John P. Fulkerson, MD
Dr. John Fulkerson is a nationally recognized orthopedic surgeon and Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at Yale School of Medicine specializing in patellofemoral disorders and sports medicine. He founded the International Patellofemoral Study Group and The Patellofemoral Foundation and is a co-author of the newly published study.
Reserve Your Spot
There is no cost to attend, but advance registration is required. Each session is limited to 150 attendees, and space is expected to fill quickly. Choose your preferred session when completing the registration form.
