Investigation of the Effects of Short Foot Exercise and Mobilization in Young Adults With Pes Planus

Status: Recruiting
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Intervention Type: Other, Combination product
Study Type: Interventional
Study Phase: Not Applicable
SUMMARY

Pes Planus (PP) is a foot deformity characterized by a lower-than-normal medial longitudinal arch. Individuals diagnosed with PP experience various challenges in daily life. Among these challenges are limitations in balance and movement skills. To reduce the effects of PP, several treatment approaches are preferred. These interventions are generally categorized into surgical and conventional treatments. Among conservative approaches, the short foot exercise is one of the most fundamental and commonly used methods. This exercise aims to strengthen the intrinsic muscles of the foot to support the arch. In addition to the short foot exercise, other exercises such as towel scrunching and toe spreading are also used in the management of PP. However, when looking at the treatment options for PP, studies examining the use and effects of joint mobilization are limited. The present study aims to investigate the effects of subtalar joint mobilization, short foot exercises, and the combined application of these interventions in individuals with PP. This approach is based on findings that subtalar joint mobilization has positive effects on balance in individuals with balance impairments.

Eligibility
Participation Requirements
Sex: All
Minimum Age: 18
Maximum Age: 30
Healthy Volunteers: f
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• To be diagnosed with flexible pes planus

Locations
Other Locations
Turkey
Kırşehir Ahi Evran University
RECRUITING
Kırşehir
Contact Information
Primary
Muhammed Samed DALAKÇI
samed.dalakci@gmail.com
905445325572
Time Frame
Start Date: 2025-09-26
Estimated Completion Date: 2025-12-19
Participants
Target number of participants: 45
Treatments
Active_comparator: Short foot exercise
A program consisting of short foot exercises will be implemented for the short foot exercise group, with three sessions per week over a period of six weeks. Each session will begin with stretching exercises, followed by the short foot exercises.
Active_comparator: Mobilization
The mobilization group will undergo a program consisting of 3 sessions per week for a duration of 6 weeks. The sessions will begin with stretching exercises, followed by subtalar joint mobilization.
Experimental: short foot exercise and mobilization
The combined intervention used in this group will include both of the approaches applied in the other two groups.
Related Therapeutic Areas
Sponsors
Leads: Kirsehir Ahi Evran Universitesi

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