NCT06491212

The Relationship Between Pes Planus, Diaphragm, Postural Control, and Plantar Pressure

Examination of Diaphragm Function, Postural Control, and Plantar Pressure in Individuals With Pes Planus

• Status: Recruiting
• Phase: N/A
• Study type: Interventional
• Enrollment: 34 (estimated)
• Sponsor: Alanya Alaaddin Keykubat University · Academic / Other
• Sex: All
• Age: 18 Years – 30 Years
• Healthy volunteers: Accepted

Summary

Our primary aim is to compare diaphragm function (resting thickness, activity/resting thickness ratio indicating contractility), postural control, and plantar pressure between individuals with pes planus and healthy controls without pes planus.

Detailed description

Pes planus deformity, by causing pronation during standing, affects the biomechanics of the lower extremities. Improper foot positioning can lead to changes in load distribution under the sole, and consequently, abnormal tensions in the soft tissues of the feet can spread to the upper body parts through the myofascial system. In light of all this information, our primary aim is to examine the diaphragm function and thickness in individuals with pes planus deformity and healthy individuals, and to investigate the relationship between diaphragm thickness and balance. Additionally, our secondary aim is to evaluate the relationship between pes planus, diaphragm thickness, and balance.

Conditions

• Pes Planus
• Diaphragm Issues
• Plantar Pressure
• Postural Control

Interventions

Type	Name	Description
DIAGNOSTIC_TEST	Determination of Foot Deformity Level	One of the methods used in our study to determine the presence and degree of pes planus is the navicular drop test.
DIAGNOSTIC_TEST	Foot Function Index	Evaluation of Foot Function
DIAGNOSTIC_TEST	UFAA-International Physical Activity Questionnaire	To determination of physical activity level.
DIAGNOSTIC_TEST	Diaphragm ultrasound measurements	Rehabilitative ultrasound imaging is a method frequently used by physiotherapists to assess muscle function.
DIAGNOSTIC_TEST	NeuruCom Balance Master Balnce and Performans Test	Balance master will be used for postural stability, static and dynamic balance measurements.
DIAGNOSTIC_TEST	Plantar Pressure Assessment	When assessing plantar pressure, postural control will be evaluated statically or dynamically, through examination of the behavior of the center of plantar pressure (COP).

Timeline

• Start date: 2024-05-01
• Primary completion: 2024-09-01
• Completion: 2024-10-15
• First posted: 2024-07-09
• Last updated: 2024-07-09

Locations

1 site across 1 country: Turkey (Türkiye)