Abstract
The aim of this study was to examine the effects of individually designed insole in pes planus treatment. Designed insoles was adjusted according to height, length and function of the sole of each participant with pes planus in order to improve the physical parameters of them. A total of 34 participants (17 males and 17 females) with pes planus participated in the study. Height, weight, percent body fat, 30-m sprint test, vertical jump, 12-min Cooper test and Visual Analog Scale (VAS) measurement were obtained before the study and after 1 year later. Wilcoxon signed rank test was conducted to examine whether there were any differences between the pre- and post-test measurements. It was determined that individually designed insoles reduced body weight and BMI, made positive improvements in 30-m speed, vertical jump and 12-min Cooper scores, and significant decrease in VAS scores. In conclusion, it is seen that individually designed insoles have beneficial role in normalizing forces acting on the foot and improve the physical performance parameters of individuals with pes planus. Future studies are needed to explore the long-term effects of individually designed insoles and prefabricated insoles.
Highlights
The aim of this study was to examine the effects of individually designed insole in pes planus treatment
In order to overcome these negative effects of pes planus, foot orthotics are often applied inside the shoes
All participants had undergone a clinical examination by a physician. 14 participants who had history of any diseases, musculoskeletal pathologies, open wound in foot, concurrent use of in-shoe orthotics or a previous spinal/lower limb surgery were excluded from the study
Summary
The aim of this study was to examine the effects of individually designed insole in pes planus treatment. It is thought that they can ensure healthy foot mechanics by supporting the foot and distribute the body weight make it possible to perform daily activities and sports without pain and help lower the risk of injury[13] Because, they can control excessive or prolonged foot pronation during the stance phase of gait, minimize overstress on soft tissues and alleviate associated symptoms[14]. It is a fact that such health problems cause important problems in the economy and health system of the countries Conservative treatments such as use of insoles and orthoses, physiotherapy applications and surgical interventions are preferred to decrease pain and improve quality of life of individuals with pes planus[18]. It was hypothesized that individually designed insoles would improve the physical performance parameters and minimize the complaints of the individuals with pes planus
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