Purpose: Foot function is associated with advancing age. Changes in foot function can result in the collapse of the foot arch and cause flat foot. Short foot exercises (SFE) are prescribed for patients with flat feet to prevent secondary clinical problems. This study investigated the effects of SFE on ankle strength and static and dynamic balance characteristics among older individuals with flat or neutral feet. Methods: A total 22 older individuals (11 each with flat and neutral feet) underwent progressive SFE over 6 weeks. Arch height was measured using a digital caliper. Ankle strength was measured using a BTE primus, and static and dynamic balance were measured using a Zebris treadmill device. Results: Navicular drop was significantly decreased in the group of older individuals with flat feet. Ankle plantar flexion was significantly increased in both groups (flat feet, p<.00; neutral feet, p<.028). Dorsiflexion and eversion strengths were significantly increased in the group of older individuals with flat feet (p<.000, p<.001). No significant difference was observed between the groups in the eyes open and closed conditions. Conclusion: SFE is a clinical prevention program for flat feet in the older population. These results will be used as basic knowledge for clinicians for designing a flat foot rehabilitation program.
목차
Abstract Ⅰ. 서론 Ⅱ. 연구방법 1. 연구 대상 2. 측정 도구 3. 분석 방법 Ⅲ. 결과 1. 연구대상자의 일반적인 특성 Ⅳ. 논의 참고문헌
키워드
Short foot exerciseFlat footElderlyAnkle strengthStatic balance
저자
TaeHyun Lim [ 임태현 | Department of Health, Exercise and Rehabilitation, Yeoju University, Professor ]
Corresponding author
대한스포츠물리치료학회 [Korean Society of Sports Physical Therapy]
설립연도
1992
분야
의약학>물리치료학
소개
스포츠물리치료학의 발전향상과 회원 상호간의 유대강화 및 친목을 도모함을 목적으로 하며 다음 사업을 한다.
1.스포츠물리치료학의 연구발전에 관한 사항.
2.학술지 발간에 관한 사항.
3.스포츠물리치료 정보의 수집 및 교환에 관한 사항.
4.국제 스포츠물리치료 교류에 관한 사항.
5.스포츠물리료학 교육 및 지도에 관한 사항.
6.기타 본회 목적 달성에 관한 사항.
간행물
간행물명
정형스포츠물리치료학회지 [Archives of Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy]