Reliability of plantar pressure platforms

Hafer, Jocelyn F.; Lenhoff, Mark; Song, Jinsup; Jordan, Joanne M.; Hannan, Marian T.; Hillstrom, Howard J.

doi:10.1016/j.gaitpost.2013.01.028

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“…The reliability of HR Matscan in pedobarographic measurements was reported (18). HR Mat Research Software V.6.70-03 bundled with HR Matscan was used to acquire the data.…”

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Relation between foot pain and plantar pressure in pregnancy

VAROL¹,

Göker²,

Cezayirli³

et al. 2017

Turk J Med Sci

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Background/aim: Hormonal and structural changes that occur during pregnancy cause alterations in body biomechanics. These alterations reach their peak in the last trimester. Adaptive changes that appear in the foot result in pain in the foot and ankle. Pedobarography is a noninvasive measurement method that can be used to understand the origin of such pain. Materials and methods:One hundred and thirty-one pregnant women who did not have a foot or ankle problem prior to pregnancy volunteered to take part in the study. Pain was quantified by a visual analog scale (VAS). A cut-off value of 2.95 was taken to divide the subjects into two groups: Group 1 (n = 70) with VAS scores of <2.95 and Group 2 (n = 61) with VAS scores of ≥2.95. Plantar pressure measurements were taken by Tekscan HR Mat using midgait protocol.Results: Forces experienced by the total right foot area, right forefoot, and the midfoot for both feet were significantly higher in Group 2 (P < 0.05). Contact area was significantly larger in Group 2 (P < 0.05). Conclusion:Results indicate that presence and severity of foot pain during pregnancy are related to the force distribution along the foot, especially at midfoot and the contact area.

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“…The reliability of HR Matscan in pedobarographic measurements was reported (18). HR Mat Research Software V.6.70-03 bundled with HR Matscan was used to acquire the data.…”

Section: Methodsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Relation between foot pain and plantar pressure in pregnancy

VAROL¹,

Göker²,

Cezayirli³

et al. 2017

Turk J Med Sci

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“…All patients received standardized full weight bearing radiographs in the dorsoplantar and lateral views, and a plantar pressure assessment was obtained during level walking. The validity, repeatability, and reliability of the emed system are high if more than three measurements are taken and if the mid gait method is used . In our study, five measurements were taken, and the mid gait method was chosen because the mid gait method is more representative for normal gait .…”

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Plantar pressure characteristics in hallux valgus feet

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Due to the pathoanatomical changes in hallux valgus feet, the plantar flexion moment of the first metatarsophalangeal joint is reduced. Therefore, load bearing of the hallux is decreased during push-off. We assessed loading parameters in hallux valgus feet. Based on dorsal-plantar weight bearing radiographs of 61 feet, the intermetatarsal-, hallux valgus-, distal metatarsal articulationangle, and sesamoid position were evaluated. Plantar pressure assessment was performed with the emed 1 system during level walking. We found negative correlations between hallux valgus angle and peak pressure in the great toe (r ¼ À0.301, p < 0.023), the maximum force of the hallux (r ¼ À0.481, p < 0.001), and contact time of the great toe (r ¼ À0.448, p < 0.001), and positive correlations for force time integral (r ¼ 0.348, p < 0.001), contact area (r ¼ 0.307, p < 0.020), maximum force (r ¼ 0.430, p < 0.001), and peak pressure (r ¼ 0.361, p < 0.006) of the fifth metatarsal head. A positive correlation between the sesamoid and the metatarsal subluxation regarding maximum force (r ¼ 0.294, p < 0.034), and a negative correlation between the contact area of the hallux (r ¼ À0.232, p < 0.020) was shown. Depending on the severity, hallux valgus angle, and sesamoid subluxation, load shows significant lateral transmission in hallux valgus feet. Hallux valgus is a common pathologic, gradually progressive condition of the musculoskeletal system. Due to the weakness of the medial collateral ligament and capsule, the proximal phalanx drifts into valgus, and the metatarsal head drifts into varus. With increasing deviation of the first metatarsal, the medial sesamoid shifts under the metatarsal head, and the lateral sesamoid shifts into the space between the first and the second metatarsal head. As a consequence, the tendons of the extensor hallucis longus and the flexor hallucis longus are shifted laterally, becoming abductors and thereby exacerbating the deformity.

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“…Subjects were asked to be barefoot and to wear comfortable clothes during the procedure, as well as to concentrate and take each test calmly. Both tests have high reproducibility attested by the literature [13][14][15] . Temperature (average of 23°C) and noises in the room were controlled in order to avoid any possible external interference.…”

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confidence: 75%

Evaluation of the isokinetic muscle function, postural control and plantar pressure distribution in capoeira players: a cross-sectional study

Lima

Prp

Vmlm

et al. 2017

MLTJ

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SummaryBackground: Capoeira is a cultural practice with Brazilian roots that combines several elements including dance, fighting and body rhythm. Because of the diverse elements involved in its practice, capoeira is excellent at developing the physical and social abilities of its players. The aim of this study was to compare the biomechanical profile of muscle strength, plantar pressure distribution, and postural balance between players and non-players of capoeira. Methods: We evaluated 51 subjects who were allocated into two groups: capoeira group and control group. Subjects were evaluated using a baropodometer (Diasu ® ) and an isokinetic dynamometer (Biodex ® ). Results: When comparing plantar pressure distribution between groups and limbs, there were significant differences in mean load of forefoot (p=0.008) and total load (p=0.001). There were no significant differences between groups and limbs in balance and muscle strength; however, a significant difference was found in quadriceps torque peak (p=0.001) and agonist/antagonist ratio (p=0.001) when comparing these variables between the groups. Conclusion:Capoeira players displayed a tendency to have an asymmetric profile in plantar pressure distribution. No difference was found in balance between groups. Despite the fact that capoeira players showed increased strength of the quadriceps muscle, their agonist/antagonist ratio was more asymmetrical than the control group. Level of evidence: IV.

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Reliability of plantar pressure platforms

Cited by 65 publications

References 7 publications

Relation between foot pain and plantar pressure in pregnancy

Relation between foot pain and plantar pressure in pregnancy

Plantar pressure characteristics in hallux valgus feet

Evaluation of the isokinetic muscle function, postural control and plantar pressure distribution in capoeira players: a cross-sectional study

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