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The Effect of Different Exercises on Lower Extremity Performance in Flexible Flatfoot

Turkey (Türkiye)60 participantsStarted 2024-04-30

Plain-language summary

In the study, the effects of two different strengthening exercises combined with short foot exercise on lower extremity functional performance and muscle strength will be examined and compared in adults aged 18-45 years with flexible flatfoot. This study was designed as an experimental, 3-arm, parallel group, double-blind randomized controlled study that included a 6-week intervention period.

Who can participate

Age range18 Years – 45 Years

SexALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Age range is 18-45 years * Navicular drop is 10 mm or more * Getting a value of +6 points or more from the Foot Posture Index-6 Exclusion Criteria: * Orthopedic and rheumatological diseases of the spinal region and lower extremities * Surgery history of the spine and lower extremities * Neurological and systemic disorders * Describe lower extremity and/or lower back pain in the last 6 months * Disorders that may affect cognition and balance (otitis media, visual impairment, etc.) * Body mass index being above normal values (18-24.9 kg/m2) * Having rigid flat feet and/or hallux rigidus-limitus deformity * Being involved in regular sports or exercise * Having received any physiotherapy or rehabilitation treatment for flat feet or hips in the last year

What they're measuring

Medial longitudinal arch height

Timeframe: 6 weeks

Static foot posture

Timeframe: 6 weeks

Trial details

NCT IDNCT06482580

SponsorMustafa Kemal University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2024-07-30

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