Abstract

Purpose - Pathomechanics of the flat foot is dysfunction of tibialis posterior tendon and this further leads to tightness of gastro-soleus complex. There are treatment methods which concentrate on the correction of deformity and strengthening of intrinsic musculature of the foot and not concentrating on the tight structures which can worsen the condition of the foot. The objective of the study is to evaluate the combined effect of anti-pronation taping and gastro-soleus complex stretching in subjects with flexible flat foot. Methods – 24 subjects were screened for flexible flat foot and 20 subjects underwent anti-pronation taping along with Gastroc-Soleus Complex stretch for 1 week and were assessed on Chippuax index, Transmalleolar Axis and Foot Posture Index. The outcomes were assessed pre and post intervention. Results – Chippaux Index and Foot Posture Index scores showed statistically significant changes towards the correction of flat foot (p= 0.0001) whereas Transmalleolar Axis scores were not statistically siginificant(p= 0.6544) Conclusion – Antipronation taping along with gastroc-soleus stretching is an effective combination for flexible flat foot and should be included in the management of flat foot to further prevent complications. Key words – Flexible Flat Foot, Pathomechanics, Muscle imbalances, Gastroc-Soleus complex, Physiotherapy, Taping

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