2014
DOI: 10.1590/1413-78522014220600659
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Abstract: OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the association between the height of the medial longitudinal arch of the foot and non-contact injuries of the anterior cruciate ligament. METHODS: One hundred and five patients were included in this case-control study. The case group consisted of 52 patients with non-contact injury of the anterior cruciate ligament. Fifty-three individuals with no history of symptoms regarding to feet or knees comprised the control group. An anthropometric assessment of the bony arch index was performed… Show more

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“…The medial longitudinal arch (MLA) height of the foot is associated with various injuries, diseases, and disability of lower extremities, including anterior cruciate ligament injuries 1 ) , medial tibial stress syndrome 2 , 3 ) , plantar fasciitis 4 ) , rheumatoid arthritis 5 ) , and cavus foot deformity 6 ) .…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…The medial longitudinal arch (MLA) height of the foot is associated with various injuries, diseases, and disability of lower extremities, including anterior cruciate ligament injuries 1 ) , medial tibial stress syndrome 2 , 3 ) , plantar fasciitis 4 ) , rheumatoid arthritis 5 ) , and cavus foot deformity 6 ) .…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…As with other foot arches, the transverse arch functions to absorb shock, which is important for avoiding sports injuries. Indeed, several studies have shown an association between high medial arches and injuries 32 , 33 ) , while others have associated flat feet with injuries 34 , 35 ) . Taken together, these studies suggest that there is an ideal height at which the foot arch functions properly.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%