Kinematic differences between neutral and flat feet with and without symptoms as measured by the Oxford Foot Model

Idiopathic flexible flatfoot may present as symptomatic or asymptomatic in children; however, it is not clear from current understanding why this is the case. Although standing posture is often used to assess these feet, examining foot motion during dynamic activities such as walking that place greater demands on the feet may be more relevant.

Source: Gait and Posture - October 13, 2018 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: C.M. Kerr, A.B. Zavatsky, T. Theologis, J. Stebbins Tags: Full length article Source Type: research