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Nordic Walking (NW) Alpha technique (AT) reduces plantar pressure more than the Diagonal technique (DT) at preferred speeds. Both NW techniques lower foot pressure compared to normal walking, suggesting AT may be optimal for reducing injury risk.

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Area of Science:

  • Biomechanics
  • Sports Medicine
  • Human Movement Analysis

Background:

  • High plantar pressure is linked to increased lower limb injury risk.
  • The impact of specific Nordic Walking (NW) techniques on plantar pressure distribution remains unclear.
  • Understanding gait mechanics is crucial for injury prevention strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare plantar pressure during NW using Diagonal technique (DT) versus Alpha technique (AT).
  • To compare plantar pressure during NW with normal walking (W).
  • To determine the influence of NW technique on plantar pressure distribution across different speeds.

Main Methods:

  • Two-way repeated measures ANOVA to analyze differences between speeds (preferred, fast) and gait (NW, W).
  • Independent t-tests to compare specific NW techniques (DT vs. AT).
  • Plantar pressure data analyzed using effect size (ES) to quantify differences.

Main Results:

  • Alpha technique (AT) showed significantly lower plantar pressure under the Calcaneus, Lateral Metatarsal, and Toes compared to Diagonal technique (DT) at preferred speeds (p < 0.05, ES > 1.20).
  • No significant differences in plantar pressure between AT and DT were observed at fast speeds.
  • Both NW techniques resulted in lower pressure under the Hallux and Central Metatarsal heads compared to normal walking (W) (p < 0.01).

Conclusions:

  • The Alpha technique (AT) may be more effective than the Diagonal technique (DT) in reducing plantar pressure during Nordic Walking (NW) at preferred speeds.
  • Nordic Walking (NW), particularly with the AT, offers potential benefits for reducing plantar pressure compared to normal walking.
  • These findings suggest AT could be a preferred technique for practitioners aiming to minimize injury risk while engaging in NW.