Foot Arch Differences in Elderly People at Standing: Considering Gender and Age

Journal Title: Journal of Novel Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation - Year 2017, Vol 1, Issue 1

Abstract

Background: The foot is an important and complex structure that provides support, balance and propulsion to locomotion, thus, its proper care can help to have a better life quality avoiding pain. The medial longitudinal arch is an important structure that is related to injury risks when it shows some impairment. The purpose of this study was to characterize the foot arch index in people in relation to age and gender.

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M Bertani, D Soares, E Rocha, L Machado

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  • EP ID EP540033
  • DOI 10.29328/journal.jnpr.1001005
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M Bertani, D Soares, E Rocha, L Machado (2017). Foot Arch Differences in Elderly People at Standing: Considering Gender and Age. Journal of Novel Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, 1(1), 34-38. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-540033