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Evaluating the Function of the Foot Core System in the Elderly
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Relationship between static foot posture and foot mobility.

Mark W Cornwall1, Thomas G McPoil2

  • 1The Laboratory for Foot and Ankle Research, Department of Physical Therapy and Athletic Training, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ 86011, USA.

Journal of Foot and Ankle Research
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Foot posture, like arch height and width, is linked to foot mobility. Higher Foot Posture Index (FPI) scores indicate greater mobility, while lower scores suggest less. This relationship aids in predicting foot mobility.

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Area of Science:

  • Biomechanics
  • Podiatry
  • Kinesiology

Background:

  • Clinical examinations often include assessments of foot posture and mobility.
  • The precise relationship between static foot posture and dynamic foot mobility remains unclear.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To quantify the association between static foot posture and foot mobility.
  • To investigate if pronated (low-arched) feet exhibit greater mobility than supinated (high-arched) feet.

Main Methods:

  • Assessed static foot posture and foot mobility in 203 healthy participants.
  • Analyzed the correlation between foot posture characteristics (arch height, midfoot width, Foot Posture Index) and foot mobility.

Main Results:

  • Lower standing arch height and wider midfoot width correlated with increased foot mobility.
  • Higher Foot Posture Index (FPI) values were associated with greater foot mobility, and lower values with less mobility.
  • Linear regression models (3 or 4 variables) effectively predicted an individual's foot mobility.

Conclusions:

  • A significant relationship exists between static foot posture and foot mobility.
  • Recommends assessing both static foot posture and mobility in comprehensive foot evaluations.
  • Findings contribute to understanding foot function and potential clinical implications.