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Learning Objectives
1.Describe the mechanical advantages of stance control knee orthoses
2.Compare and contrast the clinical indications and contraindications for stance control orthoses
3.Compare and contrast the functional characteristics of a locked knee KAFO to a stance control orthosis
4.Identify a variety of gait deviations that locked knee KAFOs may induce for the user
5.Discuss the functional advantages a stance control orthosis may provide a user
6.Compare functional attributes of the Fillauer SPL, Becker UTX, Otto Bock Freewalk and Horton Stance Control KAFO systems
7.Describe current evidence that is helping to shape care for relevant patient populations