The Effect of Callus and Corns Removal Treatments on Foot Geometry Parameters, Foot Pressure, and Foot Pain Reduction in Women

Antończak, Paweł; Hartman-Petrycka, Magdalena; Garncarczyk, Agnieszka; Adamczyk, Katarzyna; Wcisło‐Dziadecka, Dominika; Błońska‐Fajfrowska, Barbara

doi:10.3390/app13074319

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“…The utility of callous area identification can be extended from wound care to foot care in general. Anto ńczak et al [16] found that podiatry treatments consisting of the removal of hyperkeratosis not only normalized the parameters related to foot geometry and to forefoot pressure on the ground, but also reduced foot pain, thus improving quality of life.…”

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Utility of Thermographic Imaging for Callus Identification in Wound and Foot Care

Sadrzadeh-Afsharazar,

Raizman,

Saiko

2023

Sensors

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Calluses are thickened skin areas that develop due to repeated friction, pressure, or other types of irritation. While calluses are usually harmless and formed as a protective surface, they can lead to skin ulceration or infection if left untreated. As calluses are often not clearly visible to the patients, and some areas of dead skin can be missed during debridement, accessory tools can be useful in assessment and follow-up. The practical question addressed in this article is whether or not thermal imaging adds value to callus assessment. We have performed a theoretical analysis of the feasibility of thermographic imaging for callus identification. Our analytical calculations show that the temperature drop in the epidermis should be on the order of 0.1 °C for the normal epidermis in hairy skin, 0.9 °C for glabrous skin, and 1.5–2 °C or higher in calluses. We have validated our predictions on gelatin phantoms and demonstrated the feasibility of thermographic imaging for callus identification in two clinical case series. Our experimental results are in agreement with theoretical predictions and support the notion that local skin temperature variations can indicate epidermis thickness variations, which can be used for callus identification. In particular, a surface temperature drop on the order of 0.5 °C or more can be indicative of callus presence, particularly in callus-prone areas. In addition, our analytical calculations and phantom experiments show the importance of ambient temperature measurements during thermographic assessments.

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Utility of Thermographic Imaging for Callus Identification in Wound and Foot Care

Sadrzadeh-Afsharazar,

Raizman,

Saiko

2023

Sensors

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“…Isolated gastrocnemius tightness (IGT) is a widely encountered condition associated with various foot pathologies, including metatarsalgia and hallux valgus [1][2][3]. The prevalence of IGT is challenging to determine accurately due to the lack of a consensus definition and validated measuring device [4].…”

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Stretching and Eccentric Exercises Normalize Gait Parameters in Gastrocnemius Tightness Subjects

Hamza,

Martinez,

Sacco

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Applied Sciences

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Background: Isolated gastrocnemius tightness (IGT) is a prevalent condition linked to various foot pathologies. In a previous quantitative gait analysis study, we identified an increase in knee flexion during the midstance phase in IGT patients compared with controls. Although stretching and eccentric exercises (the Stanish protocol) are commonly used for IGT management, their impact on gait parameters remains poorly understood. This study aimed to assess the influence of a Stanish protocol on gait parameters in bilateral IGT subjects. Methods: We enrolled 10 asymptomatic bilateral IGT subjects and 10 controls. Quantitative gait analysis and dynamic baropodometry were carried out on each subject. A Stanish protocol was applied for 4 weeks (five sessions/week) by the IGT group, followed by a similar gait analysis. The ankle and knee range of motion and foot pressure distribution were assessed during the midstance phase of the gait. Results: An increase in knee flexion was initially present in the IGT group compared with controls (8.9 +/− 4.6 vs. 3.4 +/− 2.3 degrees, p < 0.001). There was no difference in the ankle range of motion and foot pressures between the groups at that time. Significant reductions in knee flexion during gait were observed in the IGT subjects after the Stanish protocol (8.9 +/− 4.6 to 3.7 +/− 2.3 degrees, p < 0.001) with a normalization of this parameter (3.4 +/− 2.3 in controls vs. 3.7 +/− 2.3 degrees in IGT, p = 0.72). There was no change in ankle range of motion and foot pressure after the Stanish protocol. Conclusions: Our findings support the effectiveness of the Stanish protocol in reducing knee flexion and normalizing gait in IGT subjects. This protocol not only offers a noninvasive approach for IGT-related issues management but could also enable prophylactic care in asymptomatic cases.

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The Effect of Callus and Corns Removal Treatments on Foot Geometry Parameters, Foot Pressure, and Foot Pain Reduction in Women

Cited by 2 publications

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Utility of Thermographic Imaging for Callus Identification in Wound and Foot Care

Utility of Thermographic Imaging for Callus Identification in Wound and Foot Care

Stretching and Eccentric Exercises Normalize Gait Parameters in Gastrocnemius Tightness Subjects

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