Anthropometric studies of dancers’ feet

Abstract

The article presents an analysis of the results of anthropometric studies of a group of dancers specializing in the performance of pop-folk dances, which is necessary for the further development of a scientifically based design of special shoes. The features of dance shoes, the requirements for them, the nature of the loads on the feet during the performance of folk dance are shown. As part of the research work, anthropometric studies were carried out using a computer plantograph PKS-01. From the feet of a group of dancers, data were taken before classes and after the rehearsal. Primary processing of the data obtained made it possible to identify changes in the parameters of the feet of the subjects. The data obtained are systematized according to various criteria. The subjects were divided into groups of «right-handed», «left-handed» and «ambidexter» (a person who does not have a dominant arm or leg to perform an activity; the functioning of both arms or legs is equally developed, actions are performed with the same strength, speed and accuracy). With such a systematization, the dependence of changes in the parameters of the feet on the nature of the loads was noted. The result of the study is systematized data, as well as preliminary conclusions, on the relationship between changes in the longitude-latitudinal parameters of the foot and compensatory reactions of the corresponding muscles of the body to the loads experienced by the «leading» limb. This approach is being developed within the framework of the master’s program «Development of the design and manufacturing technology of various types of special footwear» and is expected to be introduced into the educational process of the department «Artistic modeling, design and technology of leather products», RSU A.N. Kosygin (Technology. Design. Art) in the form of a textbook, in accordance with the Research Plan of the Russian State University. A.N. Kosygin for 2019–2023, problem 1. «Matrix approach to the formation of digital industry 4.0 at industrial enterprises of the textile and light industry», the implementation of theme No. 1.2 «Development of the innovative potential of enterprises for the production of leather goods based on modern digital design technologies and rapid prototyping».