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Foot & Ankle International
|May 6, 1999
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High-arched feet act as superior shock absorbers during running, significantly reducing impact forces reaching the lower back compared to low-arched feet. This finding highlights the biomechanical importance of foot arch height in preventing back injuries.

Area of Science:

  • Biomechanics
  • Sports Medicine
  • Orthopedics

Background:

  • Repetitive impact forces during running can affect the lower back.
  • The medial longitudinal arch of the foot plays a role in shock absorption.
  • Understanding foot biomechanics is crucial for injury prevention in runners.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the relationship between medial longitudinal arch height and shock wave transmission to the lower back during running.
  • To compare shock absorption capabilities between individuals with high-arched and low-arched feet.

Main Methods:

  • Simultaneous measurement of impact forces at the ground (force plate) and lower back (L3 accelerometer).
  • Calculation of medial longitudinal arch height using navicular height and foot length.

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  • Comparison of running biomechanics in barefoot and shod conditions across high-arch and low-arch groups.

    • Main Results:

    • The high-arch group exhibited significantly lower acceleration amplitude and rate at the lower back compared to the low-arch group (P < 0.001).
    • A slight negative correlation was found between arch height and initial loading rate at the ground in the anterior-posterior and vertical directions.
    • A positive correlation was observed between arch height and initial loading rate in the medial direction at the ground.

    Conclusions:

    • The high-arched foot demonstrates superior shock-absorbing properties concerning the lower back compared to the low-arched foot.
    • Medial longitudinal arch height is a significant factor influencing shock wave attenuation during running.
    • These findings suggest potential implications for footwear design and injury prevention strategies.