The Relationship Between Pes Planus, Diaphragm, Postural Control, and Plantar Pressure

Launched by ALANYA ALAADDIN KEYKUBAT UNIVERSITY · Jun 30, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying how flat feet (called pes planus) affect different body functions, including how well the diaphragm works, balance, and pressure on the soles of the feet. The researchers want to compare these factors between individuals with flat feet and healthy individuals who do not have this condition. The goal is to learn more about how these elements interact and whether having flat feet impacts overall body control.

To participate, individuals with flat feet need to be between 18 and 30 years old, have a specific measurement indicating flat feet, and be in good physical health. Healthy participants must also be in the same age range and not have flat feet. Participants will undergo various assessments to measure diaphragm function, balance, and plantar pressure. This study is currently recruiting, and it’s a great opportunity for those who qualify to contribute to valuable research that could help improve understanding of foot health and overall physical performance.

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ALL

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Inclusion criteria for individuals with Pes Planus Deformity
• • Willing to participate in the study voluntarily
• • Having a Navicular drop test value of 10mm or above
• • Being between the ages of 18-30
• • Having the physical capacity to perform assessments and tests
• • Having a body mass index of 18-25 kg/m²
• Exclusion Criteria:
• * Exclusion criteria for individuals with Pes Planus Deformity:
• • Termination of voluntariness
• • Those with rigid flatfoot, pes cavus, hallux valgus, hallux rigidus, or calcaneal spur deformity
• • Those with chronic systematic and metabolic diseases (e.g., diabetes mellitus, rheumatoid arthritis, etc.) and musculoskeletal problems (e.g., pes planus) that may affect foot functions and gait
• • Those with any surgical history likely to affect balance, lower extremity strength, and postural control
• • Those with any visual/vestibular, musculoskeletal, or neurological problems"
• Inclusion criteria for healthy participants:
• • Willing to participate in the study voluntarily
• • Being between the ages of 18-30
• • Having the physical capacity to perform assessments and tests
• • Having a body mass index of 18-25 kg/m²
• • Having the ideal height of the medial longitudinal arch of the foot (not having pes planus)
• Exclusion criteria for healthy participants:
• • Termination of voluntariness
• • Those with chronic systematic and metabolic diseases (e.g., diabetes mellitus, rheumatoid arthritis, etc.) and musculoskeletal problems (e.g., pes planus) that may affect foot functions and gait
• • Those with any surgical history likely to affect balance, lower extremity strength, and postural control
• • Those with any visual/vestibular, musculoskeletal, or neurological problems"