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  • Orthopedics and Rehabilitation Medicine
  • Pediatric Podiatry
  • Biomechanics

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  • Flatfoot, or pes planus, is a common pediatric condition characterized by the loss of the medial longitudinal arch (MLA).
  • It affects approximately 15.6% of children and can stem from congenital or acquired musculoskeletal issues.
  • Clinical manifestations include foot pain, altered gait, and compensatory injuries, significantly impacting motor function and quality of life.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the health impacts of flatfoot in patients.
  • To summarize the benefits of short foot exercises (SFE) as a noninvasive intervention for flatfoot.
  • To explore the morphological, functional, and biomechanical aspects of flatfoot and SFE mechanisms.

Main Methods:

  • This study is a narrative review.
  • It synthesizes existing literature on flatfoot characteristics and SFE interventions.
  • Focuses on morphological, functional, biomechanical aspects, intervention protocols, and assessment methods for SFE.

Main Results:

  • Short foot exercises (SFE) effectively enhance arch height and improve dynamic foot support through plantar muscle activation.
  • SFE has demonstrated efficacy in improving foot morphology and reducing pain associated with flatfoot.
  • The review details standardized SFE protocols and assessment strategies.

Conclusions:

  • Flatfoot significantly affects patient health and quality of life.
  • SFE presents a promising, noninvasive rehabilitation strategy for managing flatfoot symptoms.
  • Further research into SFE mechanisms can optimize treatment outcomes for flatfoot.