Context: Pes planus is a prevalent chronic condition that causes foot pain, disability, and
impaired plantar load distribution. Short-foot exercises are often recommended to strengthen …

Background This systematic review and meta-analysis examined the effectiveness of
orthoses for flexible flatfeet in terms of patient-reported outcomes in children and adults …

Background: Variables that influence orthotic and prosthetic patient outcomes beyond direct
care are poorly conceptualized for orthotic and prosthetic students. Restructuring …

Working on the intrinsic musculature of the foot has been shown to be effective in controlling
pronation. However, the potential coadjuvant effect that involving other muscle groups might …

Flat foot pain is a common complaint that requires therapeutic intervention. Currently,
myofascial release techniques are often used in the therapy of musculoskeletal disorders. A …

Background Pedobarographic analyses detect pressure redistribution among limbs and
within limbs in humans, equids and dogs. The main objective of this study was to assess the …

BACKGROUND Flatfoot is a musculoskeletal problem associated with dysfunctional active
and passive supporting structures of the normal foot curvature. Strengthening of the intrinsic …

Background Flexible flatfoot is common in young adults. One of its causes is the failure of
dynamic stabilizers, which play an important role in the medial longitudinal arch support …

Background Exercises strengthening foot muscles and customized arch support insoles are
recommended for improving foot posture in flexible flatfoot. However, it is not known what …

Flatfoot is a deformity associated with collapse of the medial longitudinal foot arch, valgus
deformity of the heel, and abduction of the forefoot. It is commonly encountered in primary …