How Prefabricated Plantar Insoles Can Reduce the Pronation
Flat FeetPronation is a very common foot deformity in population. Plantar insoles are one way to treat it, and even correct it, but there are several kind of treatments. In this study we try to prove if prefabricated foot insoles are a solution to correct pronation in adults. It has been tested by Foot Posture Index, that it is an objetive clinical test to measure the posture of feet. Foot is clasified in supinated , pronated and neutral.
Association of Ingrown Toenails With Flat Foot, Hallux Abducto Valgus and Hallux Limitus
Ingrown Toe NailFlat Foot2 moreThis study will have implications for any healthcare professionals who routinely manage ingrown toenails. Although different conservative and surgical treatment have been suggested, the recurrent rate is still high ranging from 20% to 30%. The objective of this study was to investigate the association of ingrown toenail (IGTN) with flat foot, hallux abducto valgus (HAV) and hallux limitus (HL), and to provide directions for addressing biomechanical risk factors in the prevention of recurrent ingrown toenails. This was the first study to investigate the association of IGTN with flat foot, and the first study in Chinese community to investigate the association of IGTN with HAV or HL. Participants with ingrown toenails (IGTN) were recruited to this study and compared with control participants with no history of ingrown toenails. The inclusion criteria for the IGTN group were: (1) history of ingrown toenails on hallux within 1 year and (2) dorso-plantar standing view of foot x-ray taken or to be taken. The exclusion criteria for the IGTN group were: (1) paediatrics (Age<18), (2) pincer nails / fungal nails, (3) prior existence of osteoarticular surgery in the foot, (4) severe trauma that changes foot morphology, (5) uncontrolled systemic disease, (6) pre-existing neurological diseases and (7) lower limb paralysis or paresis. The inclusion criterion for the control group was dorso-plantar standing view of foot x-ray taken or to be taken. The exclusion criteria for the control group were: (1) all the exclusion criteria of IGTN group, (2) history of IGTN in his or her lifetime and (3) flatfoot / first metatarsophalangeal joint pathology as the chief complaint. The symptomatic foot (or the more symptomatic foot in the case of bilateral involvement) in the IGTN group was examined. The left or right foot of the control group was randomly selected such that the ratio of the left or the right foot in the IGTN and control group was the same. Their foot posture index-6 components, Staheli's index, radiological hallux valgus angle and active maximum dorsiflexion of the first metatarsophalangeal joint on weight-bearing were measured and compared. For dependent variables with significant correlation, a one-way multivariate analysis of variance (MANOVA) was carried out to determine if there was a significant difference on the combined dependent variables. For dependent variables without significant correlation, separate independent sample t-tests / welch t-tests were performed.
Smart Phone-Based Application for Evaluation and Rehabilitation of HindFoot Pain
Achilles TendinopathyPlantar Fascitis3 moreThis randomized controlled study aims to evaluate the status of the individuals with hindfoot pain and to recommend preventive precautions and appropriate exercise programs with Smart Phone-Based Applications. Additionally, to compare the results of patients who attended through mobile applications (Achilles Tendinopathy and Plantar Fasciitis) with the results of patients included in the hands-on program.
Calcaneal Neck Lengthening Osteotomy in Children With Artificial Bone Graft
Pes Plano ValgusFlatfeetIn a group of children with severe and painful flatfeet lengthening procedures of calcaneus can be indicated. In this study the investigators use an artificial bone graft technique to avoid removing bone graft from the iliac crest.
Neuromuscular Study to Assess Foot Intrinsic Muscles
Flexible FlatfootThe purposes of these studies are to investigate: Differences in abductor hallucis muscles'EMG activities during different postural tasks between individuals with normal foot alignment and functional flat foot. Differences in abductor hallucis muscles'H-reflex amplitudes between individuals with normal foot alignment and functional flat foot. Changes in abductor hallucis muscles'EMG activities during different postural tasks after a 3-week short foot exercises training regimen in individuals with functional flat foot. Changes in abductor hallucis muscles'H-reflex amplitudes after a 3-week short foot exercises training regimen in individuals with functional flat foot. hypotheses: Peak-to-peak amplitudes and ratios of abductor hallucis muscles and tibialis anterior muscles during different postural tasks were significantly lower in individual with functional flat foot when compared to those with normal foot alignments. H-reflex amplitudes of abductor hallucis muscles were significantly lower in individual with functional flat foot when compared to those with normal foot alignments. Changes of peak-to-peak amplitudes and ratios of abductor hallucis muscles and tibialis anterior muscles during different postural tasks were significantly different in individuals with functional flat foot after a 3-week short foot exercise training regimen. Changes of H-reflex amplitudes of abductor hallucis muscles were significantly different in individuals with functional flat foot after a 3-week short foot exercise training regimen
Genetic Disease Gene Identification
Congenital Vertical TalusFamilial Encephalopathy With Neuroserpin Inclusion Bodies3 moreThis is a a study to identify inherited disease genes. The study will use molecular techniques to map genetic diseases using techniques such as Affymetrix SNP chips. The powerful combination of the information generated by the Human Genome Project and technical advances such as microarrays enables attempts to identify genes responsible for inherited disorders more possible than ever before. Starting with even modest pedigrees of only a few individuals, or even single individuals, it is possible to identify the gene(s) involved. It is proposed to collect up to 20 ml of peripheral blood and/or buccal cell samples from subjects and relevant family members. Currently the following disorders are approved for investigation. The current list of disorders: Aarskog-Scott syndrome, Café-au-Lait spots, Cerebral cavernous malformation, delXp, del2q, del10p, del11q, del12p, del13q, del14q, del16q, del17q, del18q, del Xp21, Choreoathetosis, Congenital Vertical Talus (CVT), Clubfoot, Tarsal coalition and other congenital limb deformities, Cystic Fibrosis (CF)-like disease, Desbuquois syndrome, Droopy Eyelid syndrome (Ptosis), Fanconi-Bickel syndrome (FBS), FENIB (familial encephalopathy with neuroserpin inclusion bodies), FG syndrome, Idiopathic generalised epilepsy (IGE), Renpenning syndrome, transient neonatal diabetes with 6q UPD, translocation (13;14), translocation (3;8), translocation (2;18), Uncharacterized familial dementia and X-linked mental retardation (XLMR).
Flat Foot and Coronal Spinopelvic Alignment
Flat Foot [Pes Planus] (Acquired)Left Foot5 moreThis study aimed to present the influence of unilateral and bilateral flat foot on coronal spinopelvic alignment in asymptomatic young healthy males. It will be carried out by examining the medical reports of individuals who apply to the National Health Board to work in positions requiring physical fitness between January 2018 and January 2019. Plain radiographies of the feet, pelvis, and spine will be analyzed. Calcaneal pitch angle (CPA) for flat foot, pelvic obliquity (PO), and Cobb angle (CA) for spinal asymmetry will be measured. After all analyzes were completed, participants will be divided into 2 groups as unilateral (UniFF) or bilateral (BiFF) flat foot, depending on the CPA measurements and will be compared.
Calf Muscle Tightness in Flat Foot Subjects
Flat FeetThe purpose of the current work is to determine the prevalence of calf muscle tightness in asymptomatic flat foot subjects.