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S.E.R.F Strap: A Revolutionary Approach to the Treamtent of Patellofemoral Pain
Developed by Dr. Christopher Powers at the University of Southern California, the S.E.R.F. Strap™ is the FIRST patellofemoral brace designed to treat patellofemoral pain stemming from abnormal hip motion(s). The S.E.R.F. Strap™ utilizes a unique 3-point hip-leg anchor to treat patellofemoral pain caused by excessive hip internal rotation, adduction, and/or knee valgus. Made of thin Breathe-O-Prene®, the S.E.R.F. Strap™ is lightweight, breathable, and designed to be worn underneath clothing. The S.E.R.F. Strap™ can be used to control abnormal hip motion during leisure/sport activities and as a training tool in the clinic.
Traditional treatment of patellofemoral pain (PFP) has been based on the premise that abnormal patellar tracking and/or malalignment is the primary cause of symptoms. While this theory may hold true in some instances, it is not always the case. Research conducted by Dr. Christopher Powers at the University of Southern California has suggested that abnormal patellar tracking may be the result of excessive internal rotation of the femur (i.e. the femur moving under the patella). The S.E.R.F. Strap™ stabilizes the patellofemoral joint and reduces pain through external rotation of the femur.
The S.E.R.F Strap™ is the first patellofemoral brace designed to treat PFP stemming from abnormal hip motion(s). The S.E.R.F. Strap™ can be used to control abnormal hip motion during leisure/sport activities and can be used as a training tool in the clinic.
S. E. R. F. = Stability thru External Rotation of the Femur Indications
- Patellofemoral or anterior knee pain resulting from excessive hip internal rotation, adduction, and/or knee valgus
- Chronic lower extremity conditions resulting from abnormal hip motion(s) and/or poor proximal control
