Proprioceptive effects on gait and postural stability through mechanical stimulation with an internal and external heel wedge: an interventional single-arm study.

Previous studies have shown that the stimulation of the foot sole can provide important information about the body ’s position and locomotion. However, these studies do not clarify how the position of the mechanical stimulation on the foot sole affects the gait cycle.

Source: Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies - March 16, 2020 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Alessandria Marco, Gollin Massimiliano Source Type: research