Comparison of Two Types of Insoles on Musculoskeletal Symptoms and Plantar Pressure Distribution in a Work Environment: A Randomized Clinical Trial

Almeida, Josiane Schadeck de; Vanderlei, Franciele Marques; Pastre, Eliane Cristina; Martins, Rodrigo Alberto Dispato Mendes; Padovani, Carlos Roberto; Filho, Guaracy Carvalho

doi:10.3121/cmr.2016.1301

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“…Most studies were laboratory‐based, repeated measures designs where comfort was measured under different footwear and/or insole conditions [14, 15, 18, 20–23, 25–30, 33, 35–39, 41, 43–48, 50–55, 57, 58, 60–71, 73–79, 81–87, 89, 90, 93, 97, 98, 100–105], but there were also 13 surveys [1, 3, 9–11, 16, 19, 24, 40, 56, 88, 92, 96], eight clinical trials [12, 34, 42, 49, 59, 94, 95, 99], three qualitative studies [13, 17, 91] and three reviews [5, 7, 72]. Sample s...…”

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“…However, it is difficult to draw clear conclusions from the available literature due to the variation in populations studied and wide range of insole designs used. Broadly, the evidence suggests that the addition of insoles improves footwear comfort in casual footwear [95], factory footwear [12], running shoes [25, 26, 49, 84], high heels [53, 54] and police boots [94]. However, no significant improvements in comfort have been reported when adding flat cushioning insoles to walking shoes [74] or running shoes [86], or contoured insoles to cycling shoes [20].…”

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“…Most studies were laboratory-based, repeated measures designs where comfort was measured under different footwear and/or insole conditions [14, 15, 18, 20-23, 25-30, 33, 35-39, 41, 43-48, 50-55, 57, 58, 60-71, 73-79, 81-87, 89, 90, 93, 97, 98, 100-105], but there were also 13 surveys [1, 3, 9-11, 16, 19, 24, 40, 56, 88, 92, 96], eight clinical trials [12,34,42,49,59,94,95,99], three qualitative studies [13,17,91] and three reviews [5,7,72]. Sample size ranged from 5 to 1524, and primarily included healthy young adults [10, 14, 15, 17, 18, 22, 28, 31, 32, 35, 37, 43-46, 48, 50, 53, 54, 56, 58, 60, 64, 67, 74-76, 78, 79, 83, 88, 90, 101-104], but also children [71,91], older people [1,52,63,76], participants with medical conditions (such as diabetes [16,27,68,105], rheumatoid arthritis [29], patellofemoral pain [73], plantar fasciitis [99], hallux valgus [93] and non-specific musculoskeletal disorders/symptoms [25,95]), specific occupational groups (such as military personnel [42,69,85,89], factory workers [9,12], school teachers [11], kitchen staff…”

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Footwear comfort: a systematic search and narrative synthesis of the literature

Menz

Bonanno

2021

Journal of Foot and Ankle Research

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Objective To provide a narrative synthesis of the research literature pertaining to footwear comfort, including definitions, measurement scales, footwear design features, and physiological and psychological factors. Methods A systematic search was conducted which yielded 101 manuscripts. The most relevant manuscripts were selected based on the predetermined subheadings of the review (definitions, measurement scales, footwear design features, and physiological and psychological factors). A narrative synthesis of the findings of the included studies was undertaken. Results The available evidence is highly fragmented and incorporates a wide range of study designs, participants, and assessment approaches, making it challenging to draw strong conclusions or implications for clinical practice. However, it can be broadly concluded that (i) simple visual analog scales may provide a reliable overall assessment of comfort, (ii) well-fitted, lightweight shoes with soft midsoles and curved rocker-soles are generally perceived to be most comfortable, and (iii) the influence of sole flexibility, shoe microclimate and insoles is less clear and likely to be more specific to the population, setting and task being performed. Conclusion Footwear comfort is a complex and multifaceted concept that is influenced not only by structural and functional aspects of shoe design, but also task requirements and anatomical and physiological differences between individuals. Further research is required to delineate the contribution of specific shoe features more clearly, and to better understand the interaction between footwear features and individual physiological attributes.

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Footwear comfort: a systematic search and narrative synthesis of the literature

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Bonanno

2021

Journal of Foot and Ankle Research

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“…Workers who are standing throughout much of their working day are often in occupations such as standing factory workers [9], laboratory workers [10], postal workers [11], healthcare workers or are in the police force [4]. Around 20% of those who spend most of their working day on their feet experience foot pain or discomfort [4], with the nursing profession reporting the highest incidence rate of musculoskeletal disorders (compared with other healthcare professionals), most commonly affecting their knees, ankles and feet5.…”

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The humanistic and economic burden of work-related musculoskeletal pain

Smith

Cooper

Hanning

et al. 2022

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Purpose The aim of this study was to evaluate the impact of work-related musculoskeletal (MSK) lower body pain on health-related quality of life (HRQoL) in a large sample of workers in the United Kingdom, as well as evaluating the potential economic impact of MSK pain.MethodsParticipants with self-reported work-related MSK pain completed the Brief Pain Inventory (BPI), the Work Productivity and Activity Impairment (WPAI) scale and the AQoL-4D online. Sociodemographic details, work patterns and healthcare resource utilisation were also collected. UK industry-specific weekly wages were used to evaluate the economic cost.ResultsA total of 1035 completed the survey (57.4% female; mean age 43.4 years). Participants reported spending all (25.2%) or most (53%) of their time at work on their feet. Mean BPI severity score was 4.63 (standard deviation: 2.07); mean BPI interference score was 4.37 (2.49). There was a linear relationship between length of shift, time on feet and pain. Mean AQoL-4D scores were 0.609 (0.254). A mean of 4.12 hours was lost per week due to work-related pain. Mean levels of absenteeism over the last 7 days were 9.5% (20.7%), and presenteeism 33.3% (24.9%). On average there were 1.55 visits to family practitioners (total cost: £19,866) and 1 hospital visit had been made over the year (£37,320) due to work-related MSK pain. ConclusionLower-body work-related MSK pain has a high prevalence. Given this, these results indicate that work-related lower body pain has a significant impact in terms of individual HRQoL and as an economic societal burden.

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“…In the work environment, insoles can be used to decrease symptoms related to activities that adopt the same position 7 . Militarism is included in this context.…”

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Análise do equilíbrio postural estático e da intensidade das dores musculoesqueléticas após o uso de palmilhas proprioceptivas por militares do serviço ostensivo

Souza

Almeida

et al. 2020

Fisioter. Pesqui.

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RESUMO Para a manutenção do equilíbrio, o organismo utiliza os sistemas visuais, vestibulares e proprioceptivos, que enviam informações para o sistema nervoso central acerca das condições do corpo com o objetivo de estabilizá-lo. Este estudo avaliou o efeito das palmilhas proprioceptivas sobre o equilíbrio postural estático e as dores musculoesqueléticas após dois meses de uso, por meio de uma pesquisa analítica longitudinal com 15 militares saudáveis do sexo masculino com média de idade de 34±7,5 anos. Eles foram submetidos à avaliação do equilíbrio por meio da plataforma Medicapteurs® e pelo protocolo CNT. Não houve diferença estatística para os desvios do corpo e velocidade do centro de pressão. A pressão plantar teve mudança estatisticamente significante para o pé esquerdo e o pé direito correspondendo a p=0,0001 e p=0,0007, respectivamente. Houve redução das médias de dores nos joelhos, pés e calcanhares e diminuição significativa da dor lombar, com p=0,0180. O equilíbrio estático não foi alterado significativamente com o uso das palmilhas proprioceptivas pelos militares, contudo elas proporcionaram melhor redistribuição das pressões plantares e parecem atenuar as dores musculoesqueléticas das extremidades inferiores. Por isso as palmilhas podem ser consideradas para esse grupo uma terapêutica de prevenção contra lesões relacionadas à sua atividade laboral.

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Comparison of Two Types of Insoles on Musculoskeletal Symptoms and Plantar Pressure Distribution in a Work Environment: A Randomized Clinical Trial

Abstract: Background:The aim of the present study was to assess plantar pressure distribution and musculoskeletal symptoms following the use of customized insoles among female assembly line workers.

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Footwear comfort: a systematic search and narrative synthesis of the literature

Footwear comfort: a systematic search and narrative synthesis of the literature

The humanistic and economic burden of work-related musculoskeletal pain

Análise do equilíbrio postural estático e da intensidade das dores musculoesqueléticas após o uso de palmilhas proprioceptivas por militares do serviço ostensivo

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