Investigation of the Effects of Pes Planus Deformity on Gait Parameters at Different Inclines

Status: Recruiting
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Study Type: Observational
SUMMARY

This study aims to investigate the effects of pes planus deformity on gait spatiotemporal parameters and pelvic kinematics during walking on different inclines. Participants will include healthy adults aged 18-35 years with flexible bilateral pes planus and normal body mass index. Pes planus severity will be evaluated using the Jack's toe-raise test and the navicular drop test. Gait parameters such as walking speed, cadence, stride length, stance and swing phase percentages, gait cycle duration, as well as pelvic tilt, obliquity, and rotation symmetry will be measured using the BTS-G wireless sensor system. Assessments will be performed on both flat and inclined treadmill conditions. The findings are expected to provide new insights into the biomechanical adaptations of pes planus during walking and contribute to the development of an individualized rehabilitation protocol.

Eligibility
Participation Requirements
Sex: All
Minimum Age: 18
Maximum Age: 35
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• Age 18-35 years

• Normal BMI

• Bilateral, asymptomatic flexible pes planus

• Navicular drop ≥10 mm (both feet)

• Willing and able to provide informed consent and complete the procedure.

• \*\*Healthy Control Group

• Age 18-35 years

• Normal BMI

• No pes planus deformity; otherwise healthy and able to complete procedures

Locations
Other Locations
Turkey
Yuksek Ihtisas University
RECRUITING
Ankara
Contact Information
Primary
Gungor Beyza Ozvar Senoz
beyzaozvar@gmail.com
505 388 86 17
Time Frame
Start Date: 2025-07-01
Estimated Completion Date: 2025-12-01
Participants
Target number of participants: 30
Treatments
Flexible Pes Planus Group
Adults aged 18-35 years with bilateral flexible pes planus, confirmed by Jack's toe-raise test and navicular drop ≥10 mm
Healthy Control Group
Adults aged 18-35 years with normal BMI and no pes planus deformity.
Related Therapeutic Areas
Sponsors
Leads: Hacettepe University
Collaborators: Yuksek Ihtisas University

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