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  • Biomechanics
  • Kinesiology
  • Orthopedics

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  • Multi-segment foot models are vital for analyzing foot function.
  • Incorporating kinetics enhances model utility but is limited by challenges in measuring segment-specific ground reaction forces (GRFs).

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the accuracy of partitioning GRFs from a single force platform for determining foot joint kinetics.
  • To compare two methods, Center of Pressure crossing (CPcross) and a virtual pressure mat (PRESS), against a dual force plate (2Plate) approach.

Main Methods:

  • Two GRF partitioning methods (CPcross and PRESS) were applied to a three-segment kinetic foot model.
  • Joint moments and powers were compared between partitioning methods and a dual force plate system.
  • Kinetics at the metatarsophalangeal (MTP) and midtarsal joints were analyzed during walking in 13 healthy children.

Main Results:

  • The PRESS method generally demonstrated higher accuracy than the CPcross method.
  • Both methods were more accurate for the midtarsal joint compared to the MTP joint.
  • The MTP joint showed slight overestimations in moment and power peaks with both methods, more pronounced with CPcross.

Conclusions:

  • Kinetics analysis in multi-segment foot models offers valuable insights into foot function, pathologies, and treatments.
  • GRF partitioning shows promise for midtarsal joint analysis but requires further refinement for the MTP joint.