Prevalence of foot problems in people with inflammatory arthritis in Singapore

Carter, K.; Lahiri, Manjari; Cheung, Peter; Santosa, Amelia; Rome, Keith

doi:10.1186/s13047-016-0169-y

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“…These values are like those obtained in the present study. Apart from the FFI, the Foot and Ankle Outcome Score and the most widespread, the Leeds Foot Impact Scale, are used to determine the degree of disability and function of the lower limb, and results from those scales also confirm the findings of functional impairment in affected individuals [38]. Morpeth et al [39] reported similar results with the Leeds Foot Impact Scale and correlated the biomechanics impairment to risk of falls, foot pain and disability in people with RA.…”

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Foot Pain and Morphofunctional Foot Disorders in Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis: A Multicenter Cross-Sectional Study

Reina-Bueno

Munuera-Martínez

Pérez-García

et al. 2021

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Foot problems are highly prevalent in people with rheumatoid arthritis. This study aims to explore the foot morphology, pain and function in rheumatoid arthritis patients and the relation with the time of disease debut. A cross-sectional study was designed. Footprint, the Foot Posture Index, the hallux valgus prevalence, foot pain and function in 66 rheumatoid arthritis patients and the association with time since diagnosis, were recorded. The Foot Function Index, the Manchester Foot Pain and Disability Index, the Visual Analogic Scale, and the Manchester Scale for hallux valgus were administered and analyzed in two groups, with less and more than 10 years of diagnosis of the disease. A high prevalence of pronated (right 36.8% and left 38.6%) and highly pronated (right 15.8% and left 15.8%) feet was observed, as well as an elevated percentage of low arched footprints (right 68.4 and left 66.7%) and hallux valgus (right 59.6% and left 54.4%). Hallux valgus prevalence, toe deformities and Foot Function Index (Functional limitation) factors were significantly associated with the time since RA diagnosed adjusted for the other factors. The adjusted odds ratio of Hallux valgus prevalence was 4.9 (1.2–19.7). In addition, the foot function was diminished, and foot pain was present in most participants. In conclusion, rheumatoid arthritis patients’ feet showed altered morphology and function, and with longer rheumatoid arthritis history, metatarsophalangical stability and foot function, but not pain and global foot posture, were likely to deteriorate.

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Foot Pain and Morphofunctional Foot Disorders in Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis: A Multicenter Cross-Sectional Study

Reina-Bueno

Munuera-Martínez

Pérez-García

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“…Due to our heterogeneous sample which was inclusive of a number of different ethnic backgrounds, we elicited an additional cultural barrier for Asian women with RA and their footwear experience. Previous research has identified that foot problems are highly prevalent in Asian populations with inflammatory arthritis [ 19 ]. The current study showed that Asian women with RA sought footwear which could easily be put on and taken off, in order to enter their home, or another person’s home.…”

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“Come and live with my feet and you'll understand” – a qualitative study exploring the experiences of retail footwear in women with rheumatoid arthritis

Tehan

Morpeth

Williams

et al. 2019

Journal of Foot and Ankle Research

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BackgroundFoot pain and deformity are common in people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Previous research has identified that women with RA seek retail footwear to alleviate their foot problems. The specific footwear features that women with RA require, and what would help them to find shoes that meet these requirements, are unknown. This study aimed to determine the factors that influence the choice of appropriate retail footwear by women with RA.MethodAn overarching qualitative approach was taken, using reflexive thematic analysis of conversational style interviews. The interviews explored experiences and use of retail footwear in 20 women with RA. The interviews were digitally recorded transcribed verbatim and analysed using a reflexive thematic framework.ResultsWomen with RA sought retail footwear which had adequate cushioning, width, a flexible sole, lightweight, were made from breathable materials and were easy to put on and take off. However, this choice was driven by the need for comfort, cost and usability, with aesthetics being less of a priority. Despite having opinions on what criteria they felt that they needed, these women did not feel empowered to make good choices about purchasing retail footwear for symptomatic relief. Furthermore, they did not receive the necessary support from podiatrists and shoe shop staff.ConclusionWomen with RA have clear ideas about what features a retail shoe should have to achieve comfort. There is a constant compromise between achieving comfort and their feelings about their appearance and how they feel others perceive them. Women with RA describe negative experiences with shoe shop assistants and podiatrists leading to poor footwear choices. Both retail staff and podiatrists need increased understanding about the particular problems that women with RA experience.

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“…Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic progressive inflammatory process that involves both the joints and periarticular structures. The disease is systemic and it leads to the impairment of locomotive functions, worsening patients’ quality of life [ 5 ]. Inflammation of the proximal interphalangeal and metatarsophalangeal joints of the foot belongs is a common symptom characteristic for the early stage of RA [ 6 ].…”

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Evaluation of foot static disturbances in patients with rheumatic diseases

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ObjectivesRheumatic diseases such as osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis constitute the most frequent pathological states leading to the development of foot deformities, which reduce quality of life and cause disability. The aim of the present study was to compare the results of plantoconturographic examinations, obtained by means of a computer podoscope, in osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis patients. Special attention was paid to the differences in the values of each parameter determining the level of foot function.Material and methodsThe study was performed in 94 female patients divided into two groups according to the type of disease. There were 54 patients with rheumatoid arthritis and 40 with osteoarthritis. The control group consisted of 34 healthy women. The plantographic assessment of static foot structure was carried out by means of a device for computer-aided foot examination.ResultsA fallen transverse arch of the right foot was statistically much more frequent in the rheumatoid arthritis patients than in osteoarthritis patients or the control group (p < 0.005 and p < 0.05, respectively). Significant differences in the values of the Wejsflog index were observed in the case of left foot between rheumatoid arthritis patients and the control group (p < 0.05). Similarly, there were statistically significant differences in the values of the hallux valgus angle (α) for the right foot between rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis patients or control group (in both cases p < 0.05).ConclusionsRheumatic diseases predispose patients to disturbances of static foot function. The obtained results highlight the importance of diagnosing foot static disturbances in the prevention of destructive changes affecting the functioning of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis patients.

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Prevalence of foot problems in people with inflammatory arthritis in Singapore

Cited by 10 publications

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Foot Pain and Morphofunctional Foot Disorders in Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis: A Multicenter Cross-Sectional Study

Foot Pain and Morphofunctional Foot Disorders in Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis: A Multicenter Cross-Sectional Study

“Come and live with my feet and you'll understand” – a qualitative study exploring the experiences of retail footwear in women with rheumatoid arthritis

Evaluation of foot static disturbances in patients with rheumatic diseases

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