The relationship between common foot problems with falls and quality of life in older people

Abstract

The high prevalence of foot problems among older people and their destructive effects on independence and quality of life are among significant issues in geriatrics (Menz, 2008). Foot problems decrease mobility in older people and are considered important risk factors for falls. Impaired foot protective sensation (Chaiwanichsiri et al., 2009), foot pain, hallux valgus and deformities of the lesser toes (Awale et al., 2017;Menz et al., 2018) have been indicated to have relationships with falls in older people. In addition, reduced range of motion of the ankle joint and reduced strength of the toe flexors have been identified as risk factors for falls in older people (Menz et al., 2006).The ability to carry out daily activities independently and painlessly has a determining effect on the older people's health-related quality of life. Musculoskeletal problems are among the main causes of disability and reduced quality of life in older people (Jover et al., 2015;Minetto et al., 2020). Studies indicate that foot problems have

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“…However, they did not report any relationship between HV angle and sensory dysfunction. The association between sensory loss and increased age has been well-demonstrated in previous research (2,(20)(21)(22). Jalali et al (20) stated that heel sensory loss was the most common type in older people with foot problems such as HV, edema, sensory loss, and callus.…”

“…The association between sensory loss and increased age has been well-demonstrated in previous research (2,(20)(21)(22). Jalali et al (20) stated that heel sensory loss was the most common type in older people with foot problems such as HV, edema, sensory loss, and callus. The difference between these conflicting results could be due the participant groups included in the research.…”

“…Upon examining foot problems and quality of life in the elderly, Jalali et al discovered that HV was the most prevalent deformity. They also noted that discomfort, edema, and sensory loss were related to quality of life, even though their participants had mild HV deformity (20,26).…”

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