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Flatfoot Deformity; Exercise to Therapeutic Interventions: A Systematic Review
1Department of Sports Biomechanics, Central Tehran Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran.
Iranian Journal of Public Health
|June 19, 2024
Summary
Flat feet, or pes planus, can impair foot function and lead to injuries. This review explores corrective exercises and orthotic interventions for managing this common foot abnormality.
Area of Science:
- Biomechanics
- Sports Medicine
- Physical Therapy
Background:
- Foot posture deviations, including flat feet (pes planus), significantly impact lower limb function.
- This condition is often associated with foot pain and reduced athletic performance.
- Understanding flat feet is crucial for both general and athletic populations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the abnormality of flat feet.
- To review training, exercise, and therapeutic interventions for flat feet.
- To synthesize current research on managing pes planus.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive literature search was conducted across major databases (PubMed, Scopus, Google Scholar, Science Direct, Gate & Pasteur) from 2000 to 2022.
- Persian databases (Irandoc, Mag Iran, Noormagz) were also included.
- Thirty studies meeting the inclusion criteria were selected for analysis.
Main Results:
- The review identified 30 relevant studies.
- Key findings indicate the effectiveness of various interventions.
Conclusions:
- Corrective exercises and therapeutic interventions, particularly orthoses and medical insoles, show promise in treating and improving flat feet.
- These interventions can help manage pes planus and its associated functional deficits.
