Measurements Of Foot Research Articles

Using Skin Bioengineering to Highlight How Weight and Diabetes Mellitus Modify the Skin in the Lower Limbs of Super-Obese Patients.

AimTo evaluate the distinct contribution of obesity and diabetes (DM) to the skin modification in metabolic diseases.MethodsWe analysed all patients admitted for bariatric surgery in our hospital with BMI between 38 and 47 kg/m2, with (Group 1) or without (Group 2) DM and compared them with a group of nonobese diabetic patients (Group 3) and healthy volunteers (Group 4). The following features were evaluated: hardness, temperature, hydration and thickness alongside with anthropometric measures of foot and leg.ResultsFor the general characteristics, patients differed in age and body mass index. As predictable all circumferences (dorsal foot, sovramalleolar and under the knee) were significantly higher in obese with no differences depending on DM (all parameters: p<0.01 in Group 1 and Group 2 vs Group 3 and Group 4). Skin temperature was significantly higher in all obese, irrespectively from the presence of DM (1st metatarsal head: p=0.02 Group 1 and Group 2 vs Group 3 and Group 4; 5th metatarsal head: p<0.01 in Group 1 and Group 2 vs Group 3 and Group 4). Skin hydration score showed increased anhydrosis in both diabetics and severe obesity (p<0.01 in Group 1 and Group 3 vs Group 2 and Group 4). Increase in thickness of skin and subcutaneous tissues was observed (at heel: p<0.01 in Group 1 and Group 2 vs Group 3 and Group 4 and under the scaphoid p=0.03 Group 1 and Group 2 vs Group 3 and Group 4) and plantar fascia (in both regions p=0.02 Group 1 and Group 2 vs Group 3 and Group 4) in all obese patients, with or without DM.ConclusionSevere obesity significantly affects both shape and structure of the foot, possibly exposing these patients to a higher risk of biomechanical stress. On such a background DM, modifying skin hydration and protective mechanisms exerts a synergistic role further increasing the risk of trauma and ulcers.

Medial Femoral Condyle Periosteal Free Flap: A Novel Technique for the Treatment of Avascular Necrosis of the Talus

Category:HindfootIntroduction/Purpose:Avascular necrosis (AVN) of the talus is commonly caused by trauma and often requires surgical management. It is recommended that healthy patients, in pre-collapse stages, undergo joint preservation procedures. Good results have been published in patients in pre-collapse stages who undergo vascularized bone grafting. Although many graft options exist, more recently the medial femoral condyle (MFC) free vascularized graft has been introduced. This graft typically utilizes vascularized corticoperiosteal bone but can be modified to the use of solely periosteum, which theoretically decreases morbidity and operative time. There is limited research on the periosteal-only MFC flap to treat AVN of the talus. We present a case series and surgical technique utilizing a periosteal vascularized pedicle graft to teat AVN of the talus.Methods:A surgical technique is presented, in addition to a retrospective review of AVN of the talus of 6 lower extremities. Treatment included talus core decompression along with an ipsilateral medial femoral condyle free vascularized periosteal graft. All patients included were in the pre-collapse stage. Short-term clinical outcome measures of Foot & Ankle Ability Measure- Activities of Daily Living (FAAM-ADL) subscale, Short Form-12 (SF-12), and Visual Analog Scale (VAS) for pain were recorded for all patients post-operatively. Paired T-tests were used to compare pre- and post-operative functional scores. Post-operative MRIs were reviewed by a musculoskeletal radiologist.Results:The causes of AVN included trauma (2/6, 33%), sepsis (2/6, 33%), and idiopathic (2/6, 33%). Post-operative FAAM-ADL (P=0.004) and VAS (P=0.003) scores showed statistically significant improvement from pre-operative values at an average of 16.0 months (range, 6-28 months) after surgery. Additionally, all patients (100%) reported being “very satisfied” with their surgical outcome. There was 1 minor complication, with one patient reporting minimal paresthesias following surgery. Post-operative MRIs, taken at a mean of 12.7 months, demonstrated both resolution of marrow edema and soft tissue inflammation surrounding the areas of AVN and a lack of AVN progression in 100% of lower extremities, when compared to pre-operative MRIs.Conclusion:Medial femoral condyle free vascularized periosteal graft is a complex procedure which requires a team comprised of a foot & ankle surgeon and a plastic/hand surgeon familiar with microvascular surgery. This study shows promising initial results for the treatment of an extremely challenging diagnosis: AVN of the talus. Long-term, prospective studies are needed to confirm the findings presented in the current study.

Evaluation of the paediatric foot using footprints and foot posture index: A cross-sectional study.

Footprints have long been used as proxy measures of foot morphology, yet there is little consensus regarding footprints versus measures of foot posture, which address foot anatomy directly. Foot posture in children can be a confusing clinical presentation, with previous studies both supporting and refuting the relationship between childhood obesity and flat feet. The aim of this study was to determine the relationship between footprints and foot posture in children. A total of 316 school children (153 boys, 163 girls) from Spain, aged 6-9 years, were assessed for both footprint (Clarke's angle (CA)), by Tecniwork Pedrograph Plate, and foot posture (foot posture index (FPI)) measures, with participants barefoot, in a relaxed standing position, on a 50-cm elevated platform. A negative correlation was found between FPI and footprints (CA) (rho = -0.505 left, P < 0.001) and by gender (rho = -0.457 for the left foot in girls, P < 0.001; rho = -0.548 for the left foot in boys, P < 0.001). The children with pes cavus according to the CA (73.3%) had normal feet according to FPI, and the children with severe pes planus according to the CA (78.98%) had pronated feet according to the FPI. A χ2 test showed these results to be statistically significant (P > 0.001). An inverse relationship between CA and FPI was identified, that is, the greater the FPI, the smaller the CA, but not all pronated foot are planus feet and not all cavus feet are supinated feet. Footprints may overestimate and misguide paediatric foot posture concerns.

Sexual dimorphism and anthropometric measurements of foot in adult Oyemekun ethnic group population in Akure, South-West Nigeria

Background: Dismembered human remains are frequently found in cases of mass disasters and criminal mutilation. Therefore, it is of great importance to use foot dimensions for the determination of sex (gender) of an individual in order to assist in establishing personal identity. This study focused on sexual dimorphism using the anthropometric measurements of foot in adult Oyemekun ethnic population in Akure, Southwest Nigeria. Materials and Methods: The study population consists of randomly selected 500 adult subjects (250 males, 250 females) aged 18-50 years without any foot disability within Akure North and South Local Government, Ondo State, Southwest Nigeria. After explaining the purpose and procedure of the survey and obtaining an informed consent from each participant, the foot length and foot breadth of both foot were measured using an osteometric board, recorded and subjected to statistical analysis.

Estimation of Stature by Measuring Foot Length in Adult Females in a Tertiary Care Centre in Kanpur

Background: Identification of an individual is the core element in forensic investigations. Accurateestimation of height is of paramount importance which has been carried out by several researchers by themeasurement of various long bones. However, foot measurement has not been frequently used for thispurpose, particularly in females of our region.Method: Present study was performed in the department of Forensic Medicine at Rama Medical College,Hospital and Research Institute, Kanpur. The material comprised of 88 young and healthy female medicalstudents of Rama medical College, Mandhana, Kanpur.Results and Conclusion: A statistically significant correlation was established between height and footlengths (Right and Left). The regression equation for height and foot length was also developed.The correlation between stature and foot measurements was found to be positive and statistically significant(p-value < 0.001). Linear regression models and multiple regression models were derived for estimation ofstature from the measurements of the foot. The results also indicated significant differences between left andright foot length measurements.The present study indicates that anthropometric measurements of foot are extremely valuable in theestimation of stature. This is a meaningful tool to estimate stature with greater accuracy.Conclusion: Prediction of stature was found to be most accurate by linear regression analysis. Present studyhas established definite correlation between stature and foot length. It will help in medico-legal cases;particularly in establishing identity of an individual when only a few body remains are available as in massdisasters, bomb explosions, accidents etc. This study will be of immense value for Doctors, Police and otherconcerned authorities, investigating these cases.

Delayed access to bunion correction surgery

Category: Bunion Introduction/Purpose: Little is known about the effect of delayed access to bunion correction (Hallux Valgus) surgery on patient-reported outcomes. The objective of this study is to measure the association between delayed access to bunion correction surgery and post-operative patient-reported outcomes. Methods: This study prospectively recruited patients to complete pre-operative patient-reported outcomes measuring pain, depression and foot and ankle health. Patients complete the same patient-reported outcomes six months post-operatively. Linear regression models measured outcomes, adjusting for baseline health, age category, sex, comorbidities and socio-economic status. Results: This study included 74 participants, a response rate of 53% among eligible patients. Among participants, 58.9% underwent a Lapidus procedure, the remainder underwent a corrective osteotomy. There was no relationship between post-operative depression and pain scores with duration of wait time, adjusting for patient characteristics. Longer waits for bunion correction surgery, adjusting for other factors, were associated with smaller gains in health in four of the five domains of measurement of foot and ankle health. Conclusion: At the six-month post-operative time point, prolonged wait times were detrimental to foot and ankle outcomes in four of the five domains of the foot and ankle specific PRO. Policies for expediting access for symptomatic hallux valgus are warranted to mitigate poorer long-term outcomes.

The Role of the Midfoot in Drop Landings.

The midfoot is instrumental to foot function; however, quantifying its roles in human movement has been difficult. A forceful dynamic activity like landing may help elucidate the midfoot's contribution to foot energetics and function. The main purpose of this study was to measure midtarsal joint kinematics and kinetics during a barefoot single-leg landing task. A secondary aim of this study was to explore the relationship between static foot posture and dynamic midfoot function. In a cross-sectional study design, 48 females (age = 20.4 ± 1.8 yr, body mass index = 21.6 ± 1.7 kg·m) performed drop landings from a height of 0.4 m onto split force platforms. Subjects hung from wooden rings and landed on their dominant leg. Midtarsal joint kinematic and kinetic data were recorded using a 14-camera optical motion capture system in conjunction with two in-ground force platforms and a custom kinetic three-segment foot model. Foot structure was measuring using the arch height index (AHI) and the static midtarsal joint angle from motion capture. Kinematic data revealed an average sagittal plane midtarsal joint range of motion of 27° through the landing phase. Kinetic data showed that between 7% and 22% of the total lower extremity joint, work during the landing was performed by the midtarsal joint. Both standing AHI and static midtarsal joint angle (static MA) were correlated with sagittal plane midtarsal joint range of motion (standing AHI: r = -0.320, P = 0.026; static MA: r = 0.483, P < 0.001) and with midtarsal joint work (standing AHI: r = 0.332, P = 0.021; static MA: r = -0.323, P = 0.025). The midfoot contributes substantially to landing mechanics during a barefoot single-leg landing task. Static foot posture measures have limited value in predicting midfoot kinematics and kinetics during sportlike landings.

Foot Anthropometry Device and Single Object Image Thresholding

This paper introduces a device, algorithm and graphical user interface to obtain anthropometric measurements of foot. Presented device facilitates obtaining scale of image and image processing by taking one image from side foot and underfoot simultaneously. Introduced image processing algorithm minimizes a noise criterion, which is suitable for object detection in single object images and outperforms famous image thresholding methods when lighting condition is poor. Performance of image-based method is compared to manual method. Image-based measurements of underfoot in average was 4mm less than actual measures. Mean absolute error of underfoot length was 1.6mm, however length obtained from side foot had 4.4mm mean absolute error. Furthermore, based on t-test and f-test results, no significant difference between manual and image-based anthropometry observed. In order to maintain anthropometry process performance in different situations user interface designed for handling changes in light conditions and altering speed of the algorithm.

Reconstruction of stature by percutaneous measurement of hand: An anthropometric study

The study ‘Reconstruction of stature by percutaneous measurement of foot’ is a part of our research project ‘Reconstruction of stature from the parts of upper and lower extremities,’ of which regression equations and multiplication factors are derived for the estimation of height from the distal part of upper extremity (combined length of forearm and hand) and from leg. For stature from foot, standing height and length of right and left feet were measured in 100 adult male and female medical students of 19–25 years and analysed statistically to establish relation between height and length of foot them. Regression equations are derived separately for male and female and these are 3.35X+82.6 and 3.42X+75.8, respectively, where X stands for length of foot. By taking the foot length value of different subjects their stature is calculated and compared with the corresponding real standing height and these were close (±3 cm) in most of the cases. Multiplication factor is also calculated, which is 6.49 for male and 6.65 for female. By using these factors the calculated stature is more than ±5 cm in nearly one-third of the cases, suggesting it less reliable than regression equation.

Standardized radiological values of foot among Saudi population

Background: Radiographic measurements are crucial in determining surgical procedures and preoperative workups. In Saudi Arabia, European-American prostheses are imported. This eventually may not match the population's needs. Objectives: The objective of the study is to examine radiographic foot measurements in Saudi adult population including central tendency measurements and age-group categorization. Methodology: In this descriptive retrospective cross-sectional study conducted in Riyadh at King Abdulaziz Medical City, radiological records for 99 individuals including 38 males (38%) between 2010 and 2014 were reviewed. Foot angular measurements of total 1212 measurements were performed on 140 feet for both anterior-posterior (AP) and lateral (LAT) views. On the AP-view including HV, IM1-2, IM1-5, TN, T.C, and AP-Meary angles, while on the LAT-view including LAT-Meary, Hibb, Djian, and confidence interval (CI) angles were measured. All of the patients, on the same hand, are skeletally mature, with a clear history from foot operations, fractures, deformities, traumatic shocks, and degenerative and systemic diseases. Measurements were further categorized by the age groups (18–40 and 41–74) regardless gender. Results: Angular varieties did not differ significantly between the two age groups, but IM1-5 and CI angles exhibited strong significance (P = 0.01 and 0.049, respectively). There was also no significant difference in angles between right and left feet. Discussion: Our findings demonstrate that angular measurements of our population differ than other populations. Gender and age group within an extended range might fill the void of the previous studies. The measurements of central tendency for all angles differ than other studies because both populations differ than the other. Although that other studies have some sort of thoroughness, the ethnicity criteria were not mindfully taken. Our study conducted the convenience sampling taking into consideration the fact that ethnicity and other inclusion criteria are crucial. Conclusion: The standardized angular measurements of foot among Saudi adult differ from other populations. Therefore, local prosthetic designs of foot should be manufactured accordingly.

Foot dimensions and morphology in healthy weight, overweight and obese males

BackgroundOverweight and obesity are increasing in prevalence. However, despite reports of poor foot health, the influence of obesity and overweight on adult foot morphology has received limited attention. The objective of this work is to accurately and appropriately quantify the foot morphology of adults who are overweight and obese. MethodsThe foot morphology of 23 healthy weight (BMI=22.9kg.m−2), overweight (27.5kg.m−2) and obese (32.9kg.m−2) age (60years) matched males was quantified using a 3D scanner (all size UK 9). Data analysis computed normalised (to foot length) standard anatomical measures, and widths, heights and circumferences of 31 evenly spaced cross-sections of right feet. FindingsAnatomical measures of foot, ball and heel width, ball and heel circumference and ball height were all greater in the obese group than the healthy weight (P<0.05). Cross-sectional measures were significantly wider than the healthy group for the majority of measures from 14 to 67% (P=0.025–1.000) of heel-to-toe length. Also, the obese group had significantly higher midfoot regions (P=0.024–0.025). This increased foot height was not evident from anatomical measures, which were not sensitive enough to detect dimensional differences in this foot region. InterpretationFeet of obese adults differ from healthy and overweight individuals, notably they are wider. Data needs to avoid reliance upon discrete anatomical landmarks to describe foot morphology. In the obese, changes in foot shape do not coincide with traditional anatomical landmarks and more comprehensive foot shape data are required to inform footwear design.

Radiographic Measurements of the Affected and Unaffected Feet in Patients with Unilateral Hallux Limitus A Case-Control Pilot Study.

Controversy exists regarding the structural and functional causes of hallux limitus, including metatarsus primus elevatus, a long first metatarsal, first-ray hypermobility, the shape of the first metatarsal head, and the presence of hallux interphalangeus. Some articles have reported on the radiographic evaluation of these measurements in feet affected by hallux limitus, but no study has directly compared the affected and unaffected feet in patients with unilateral hallux limitus. This case-control pilot study aimed to establish whether any such differences exist. Dorsoplantar and lateral weightbearing radiographs of both feet in 30 patients with unilateral hallux limitus were assessed for grade of disease, lateral intermetatarsal angle, metatarsal protrusion distance, plantar gapping at the first metatarsocuneiform joint, metatarsal head shape, and hallux abductus interphalangeus angle. Data analysis was performed using a statistical software program. Mean radiographic measurements for affected and unaffected feet demonstrated that metatarsus primus elevatus, a short first metatarsal, first-ray hypermobility, a flat metatarsal head shape, and hallux interphalangeus were prevalent in both feet. There was no statistically significant difference between feet for any of the radiographic parameters measured (Mann-Whitney U tests, independent-samples t tests, and Pearson χ(2) tests: P > .05). No significant differences exist in the presence of the structural risk factors examined between affected and unaffected feet in patients with unilateral hallux limitus. The influence of other intrinsic factors, including footedness and family history, should be investigated further.

Clinical measures of static foot posture do not agree.

BackgroundThe aim of this study was to determine the level of agreement between common clinical foot classification measures.MethodsStatic foot assessment was undertaken using the Foot Posture Index (FPI-6), rearfoot angle (RFA), medial longitudinal arch angle (MLAA) and navicular drop (ND) in 30 participants (29 ± 6 years, 1.72 ± 0.08 m, 75 ± 18 kg). The right foot was measured on two occasions by one rater within the same test environment. Agreement between the test sessions was initially determined for each measure using the Weighted Kappa. Agreement between the measures was determined using Fleiss Kappa.ResultsFoot classification across the two test occasions was almost perfect for MLAA (Kw = .92) and FPI-6 (Kw = .92), moderate for RFA (Kw = .60) and fair for ND (Kw = .40) for comparison within the measures. Overall agreement between the measures for foot classification was moderate (Kf = .58).ConclusionThe findings reported in this study highlight discrepancies between the chosen foot classification measures. The FPI-6 was a reliable multi-planar measure whereas navicular drop emerged as an unreliable measure with only fair agreement across test sessions. The use of this measure for foot assessment is discouraged. The lack of strong consensus between measures for foot classification underpins the need for a consensus on appropriate clinical measures of foot structure.

Relationship between patient-reported outcome measures (PROM) and three measures of foot-ankle alignment in patients with metatarsal head pain: a cross-sectional study.

BackgroundThe aim of the present study is to establish the relationship between foot–ankle patient-reported outcome measures (PROM) and three measures of foot–ankle alignment (MoFAA) in patients with metatarsal head pain.MethodsA cross-sectional study where 206 patients completed three PROMs and a clinician recorded three MoFAA bilaterally (three times each). A reliability analysis of the MoFAA, a correlation analysis (between MoFAA and PROM) and regression analysis (dependent variable: PROM; independent variables: MoFAA) were performed.ResultsPearson’s coefficient changed in each PROM used, ranging from 0.243 (AAOS-FAMShoeComfortScale–FVARight) to 0.807 (FFIIndex–first MTPJEright). Regression indices (R2-corrected) ranged between 0.117 (AAOS-FAMShoeComfortScale) and 0.701 (FFIIndex).ConclusionsThe MoFAA correlated between moderately to strongly with the foot–ankle PROM selected. The level of correlation between MoFAA and PROM was higher when patients with metatarsal head pain were asked about foot health status, pain and function; however, the correlation was poor when the patient was asked about shoe aspects. In addition, the MoFAA variable that achieved the highest correlation value was the first metatarsophalangeal joint extension. The results obtained in this study could be used in future studies to develop tools for assessing and monitoring patients with metatarsal head pain.

Higher body mass index is associated with plantar fasciopathy/‘plantar fasciitis’: systematic review and meta-analysis of various clinical and imaging risk factors

QuestionWhat (risk) factors are associated with plantar fasciopathy (PF)?DesignSystematic review with meta-analyses.ParticipantsPatients with PF.FactorsAll factors described in prospective, case–control or cross-sectional observational studies.Results51 included studies (1 prospective, 46 case–control and...

한국 성인여성 중 무지외반증으로 인한 발 변형환자의 수술 전·후 발부위 계측치 및 요인분석

In order to study the foot deformity hallux valgus, the rate of which is currently increasing, 235 patients who were diagnosed with hallux valgus and treated in an orthopedic hospital in Seoul had their feet calibrated before and after surgery using 3d radio-scans. Data from 209 cases was analyzed and scored numerically. We scored 10 items for length, 4 for width, 3 for angle, and 2 for height, for a total of 20 items. Each individual's feet showed great variation in most of the items and significant differences after surgery, especially in regards to length and height, which increased after surgery. Angle, width, and length of the distal parts of the toes decreased after surgery. Based on the results of our analysis, we conclude that surgery brings about significant changes in structure and measurement of feet. This research confirmed that there is significant variation in foot form and individual differences based on lesion size and location and, thus, it is difficult for hallux valgus patients to find ready-made shoes that fit them properly. Foot changes before and after operation for hallux valgus were analyzed and the results quantified; our results should be considered during product design by shoe companies whose target is adult women.

Determination of gestational age by measurements of foot – A morphometric study in human foetuses

Determination of gestational age by measurements of foot – A morphometric study in human foetuses

Predicting Dynamic Foot Function From Static Foot Posture: Comparison Between Visual Assessment, Motion Analysis, and a Commercially Available Depth Camera

STUDY DESIGN :Controlled laboratory study. To evaluate the ability of 3 methods to assess static foot posture to predict rearfoot and midfoot kinematics during gait. Static foot posture is commonly used clinically to infer dynamic function. Limitations of static clinical assessments may be overcome through advances in technologies, including commercially available depth cameras. The Foot Posture Index (FPI) of 31 males (average age, 22.5 years) was assessed using visual observation, a 3-D motion-analysis system, and a depth camera. Pearson correlations were used to evaluate relationships between FPI items and rearfoot and midfoot kinematics during walking. The ability of the static variables to predict dynamic function was assessed using multiple linear regression. Most FPI items (85%) were not correlated with foot kinematics, regardless of assessment method. There were 6 fair to moderate correlations between visual FPI items and total rearfoot (r = -0.36 to -0.39, P<.05) and midfoot (r = 0.37 to 0.61, P<.05) motion, 2 fair correlations between 3-D motion-analysis FPI items and total midfoot (r = -0.43, P = .02) and peak rearfoot (r = -0.40, P = .03) motion, and 2 fair correlations between the depth-camera FPI items and average rearfoot (r = -0.38 to 0.44, P<.05) motion. Visual assessment of the FPI provided the best prediction model, explaining 37% of the variance in total midfoot inversion/eversion. Static measures of foot posture are weakly correlated with rearfoot or midfoot kinematics, and have limited dynamic prediction ability. Our findings suggest that the FPI may not be an accurate representation of rearfoot or midfoot movement during walking, regardless of the measurement technique employed.

A STUDY ON ESTIMATION OF STATURE FROM FOOT LENGTH

Stature is considered as one of the important and significant parameters forestablishment of personal identity in forensic medical examination or anthropological studies.With the alarming increase in frequency of road and train accidents, floods, fire, deliberatemutilation, disfigurement and natural disasters, there is a need of studies that provide help toidentify the deceased from fragmentary and dismembered human remains. In such situations,measurements of feet provide a reasonably good estimation about the stature of a person.The paucity of data that allowing reconstruction of stature from the dimensions of feet whichhighlights the need of such study. Objectives: 1). To determine the relationship between footlength and stature by calculating correlation coefficient. 2- To establish a regression model forestimation of stature from foot length in both male and female. Study design: Cross sectionalsurvey study was carried out on the MBBS students of above 20 years of age of King EdwardMedical University, Lahore. Sampling technique: Systematic sampling technique applied.Amongst the total students (873) of 3rd year, 4th year and final year, every third student wasincluded. Place of study: Department of Forensic Medicine &amp; Toxicology KEMU, Lahore.Duration of study: It was carried out in one year. Material and methods: The subject selectionwas based on following criteria: Inclusion criteria: The MBBS students of King Edward MedicalUniversity, Lahore irrespective of sex with age above 20 years were included in this study.Exclusion criteria: The subjects having diagnosed lower limb or foot deformities on clinicalassessment were excluded. Results: A significant and positive correlation was found betweenfoot length and stature in male and female subjects and regression equation was framed forboth sexes. The correlation coefficient was highest between stature and foot length in malesand females. Conclusion: Dimensions of feet can provide good reliability in estimation ofstature. The correlation coefficient was highest between stature and foot length of both in malesand females.

Correlation of radiographic measurements of structures of the equine foot with lesions detected on magnetic resonance imaging.

There are few studies on the correlations between radiographic measurements of the foot and abnormalities of specific structures found with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). To document the relationship between radiographic measurements of the equine foot and the presence of lesions in the foot on MRI. We hypothesised that different radiographic measurements would be associated with specific lesions detected by MRI. Retrospective analysis of radiographs and MRI studies. Seventy-four feet from 52 lame horses were included. Twenty parameters were measured on radiographs, whereas the signal intensity, homogeneity and size of each structure in the foot were evaluated on magnetic resonance images. The data were analysed using simple linear correlation analysis and classification and regression trees (CARTs). Linear correlations were found between the navicular bone compacta thickness and injuries of the deep digital flexor tendon, collateral sesamoidean ligament, navicular spongiosa and navicular bone proximal border. Long-toed horses had a high incidence of lesions involving the spongiosa and proximal border of the navicular bone. Elongation of the navicular bone was associated with proximal and distal border injuries. A reduced palmar angle and increased angle between the middle and distal phalanx were observed in horses with alterations of collateral ligaments of the distal interphalangeal joint and navicular bone spongiosa, respectively. For each structure under investigation, CARTs predicting the presence of MRI pathology based on radiographic measurements had excellent performance, with >80% correct classification of cases, when using one of 3 data sources. This study demonstrated a relationship between radiographic measurements of the foot and the presence of lesions detected on MRI, while CARTs illustrated that different radiographic measurements were associated with different MRI lesions.