The effect of foot type on ankle movement during an inversion perturbation

Investigating the Impact of Foot Types on Ankle Movement and Inward Rolling

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Brief description of study.

The proposed study aims to determine if different foot types have an impact on maximum inversion, time to maximum inversion, and inversion velocity during a dynamic perturbation task.

Eligibility of study

You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria:

  • Conditions: Healthy
  • Age: 18 years - 26 years
  • Gender: All

Inclusion Criteria: 

All subjects must be between 18 to 26 years of age to volunteer for this study. Participants will be physically active individuals which will be defined by 150 minutes of moderate intensity exercise per week.

 

Exclusion Criteria:

Subjects will be excluded from the study if they have chronic ankle instability, a lower body injury within the past 6 months, and any lower extremity surgery or fracture. Additionally, subjects should not have any disorder that alters gait mechanics, such as cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, stroke, ALS, etc.

Updated on 19 Feb 2024. Study ID: 1903952159

This study investigates how different foot types affect ankle movement during a dynamic task. Specifically, it looks at maximum inversion, which is the inward rolling of the foot, the time it takes to reach this position, and how fast this movement occurs.

Participants will undergo a dynamic perturbation task, which involves movements that challenge balance and stability. The study will measure how foot type influences these movements without any intervention.

  • Who can participate: Individuals aged 18 to 26 who are physically active, engaging in 150 minutes of moderate exercise weekly, can participate. Exclusions include those with chronic ankle instability, recent lower body injuries, or conditions affecting gait, like cerebral palsy or multiple sclerosis.
  • Study details: Participants will perform tasks that test ankle movement to see how different foot types respond.

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