Evaluation of the Effect of a Clinical Exercise Programme on Plantar Distribution and Correction of Postural Asymmetries

NCT ID: NCT06647355

Last Updated: 2024-10-17

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Basic Information

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Recruitment Status

COMPLETED

Total Enrollment

52 participants

Study Classification

OBSERVATIONAL

Study Start Date

2023-10-01

Study Completion Date

2024-02-01

Brief Summary

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The aim of this study was to identify significant variables that contribute to the association between postural problems, plantar pressure distribution and levels of bodily pain in middle-aged and elderly adults. The researchers' hypothesis is that plantar pressure characteristics and postural asymmetries differ according to gender, are related to body composition and predict pain levels. The study described here is the only one to include variables that make it possible to identify body asymmetries in a postural analysis, based on the distribution of plantar pressure and body composition.

Detailed Description

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The study employed an observational cross-sectional design. A convenience sample was recruited to analyse differences between men and women in anthropometrics, body composition, plantar pressure distribution, and pain levels. Without intervention, researchers observed and recorded data at a single time point, allowing comparisons between sexes and exploring correlations among the measured variables. This type of design allowed a snapshot view of the differences and associations present within the sample.

Conditions

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This Study Highlights Differences in Baropodometry Between Genders

Study Design

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Observational Model Type

CASE_CROSSOVER

Study Time Perspective

OTHER

Study Groups

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I

The 'M' point is on the heels of both feet.

Effectiveness of physical exercise in preventing pain and improving plantar pressure distribution

Intervention Type OTHER

At the beginning of the study, the participants underwent a baropodometric and photometric analysis. At the same time, anthropometric data and self-assessed body pain data were collected. For 12 continuous weeks, the participants completed a training programme that included specific exercises designed for each group. At the end, the baropodometry images were analysed again, which led to the final conclusion of the study.

II

The 'M' point is located on the heel of the left foot and the forefoot of the right foot.

Effectiveness of physical exercise in preventing pain and improving plantar pressure distribution

Intervention Type OTHER

At the beginning of the study, the participants underwent a baropodometric and photometric analysis. At the same time, anthropometric data and self-assessed body pain data were collected. For 12 continuous weeks, the participants completed a training programme that included specific exercises designed for each group. At the end, the baropodometry images were analysed again, which led to the final conclusion of the study.

III

Point 'M' is located on the heel of the right foot and the forefoot of the left foot.

Effectiveness of physical exercise in preventing pain and improving plantar pressure distribution

Intervention Type OTHER

At the beginning of the study, the participants underwent a baropodometric and photometric analysis. At the same time, anthropometric data and self-assessed body pain data were collected. For 12 continuous weeks, the participants completed a training programme that included specific exercises designed for each group. At the end, the baropodometry images were analysed again, which led to the final conclusion of the study.

IV

The point of maximum pressure is in the forefoot area of both feet.

Effectiveness of physical exercise in preventing pain and improving plantar pressure distribution

Intervention Type OTHER

At the beginning of the study, the participants underwent a baropodometric and photometric analysis. At the same time, anthropometric data and self-assessed body pain data were collected. For 12 continuous weeks, the participants completed a training programme that included specific exercises designed for each group. At the end, the baropodometry images were analysed again, which led to the final conclusion of the study.

V

The 'M' point is in the medial zone on both feet.

Effectiveness of physical exercise in preventing pain and improving plantar pressure distribution

Intervention Type OTHER

At the beginning of the study, the participants underwent a baropodometric and photometric analysis. At the same time, anthropometric data and self-assessed body pain data were collected. For 12 continuous weeks, the participants completed a training programme that included specific exercises designed for each group. At the end, the baropodometry images were analysed again, which led to the final conclusion of the study.

VI

The 'M' point is located on the left midfoot and right rearfoot.

Effectiveness of physical exercise in preventing pain and improving plantar pressure distribution

Intervention Type OTHER

At the beginning of the study, the participants underwent a baropodometric and photometric analysis. At the same time, anthropometric data and self-assessed body pain data were collected. For 12 continuous weeks, the participants completed a training programme that included specific exercises designed for each group. At the end, the baropodometry images were analysed again, which led to the final conclusion of the study.

VII

The 'M' point is located on the right midfoot and left rearfoot.

Effectiveness of physical exercise in preventing pain and improving plantar pressure distribution

Intervention Type OTHER

At the beginning of the study, the participants underwent a baropodometric and photometric analysis. At the same time, anthropometric data and self-assessed body pain data were collected. For 12 continuous weeks, the participants completed a training programme that included specific exercises designed for each group. At the end, the baropodometry images were analysed again, which led to the final conclusion of the study.

Interventions

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Effectiveness of physical exercise in preventing pain and improving plantar pressure distribution

At the beginning of the study, the participants underwent a baropodometric and photometric analysis. At the same time, anthropometric data and self-assessed body pain data were collected. For 12 continuous weeks, the participants completed a training programme that included specific exercises designed for each group. At the end, the baropodometry images were analysed again, which led to the final conclusion of the study.

Intervention Type OTHER

Eligibility Criteria

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Inclusion Criteria

* Participants had to be at least eighteen years old and physically fit. All participants had to complete the PAR-Q (health questionnaire), psychological well-being questionnaire (EBEP) and sign the free, informed and informed consent form (CLIE).
Minimum Eligible Age

18 Years

Maximum Eligible Age

92 Years

Eligible Sex

ALL

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Yes

Sponsors

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University of Beira Interior

OTHER

Sponsor Role lead

Responsible Party

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Svitlana Dikhtyarenko

PhD Student, Principal Investigador

Responsibility Role PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR

Principal Investigators

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Pedro Mr Forte, PhD

Role: STUDY_DIRECTOR

University of Beira Interior

Dulce Ms Esteves, PhD

Role: STUDY_DIRECTOR

University os Beira Interior

Locations

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Svitlana Dikhtyarenko

Setúbal, Rua Das Areias, 11 - 2, Portugal

Site Status

Countries

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Portugal

Other Identifiers

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CE-UBI-Pj-2023-030

Identifier Type: -

Identifier Source: org_study_id

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