Correlation of Balance and Foot Posture Index in Elderly
Corresponding Author(s) : Shilpa Khatri
drshilpakhatri@gmail.com
International Journal of Allied Medical Sciences and Clinical Research,
Vol. 2021 No. 9 (4): 2021 Volume - 9 Issue - 4
Abstract
Introduction: It is seen that in every individual’s age there is definite reduction in musculoskeletal, cardiovascular and neurological system. As individual walks weight of the body falls on the feet which is essential part for shock absorption while standing and stability. Therefore it is seen that foot posture and morphology of muscle can affect the balance of individual, while doing activities like walking, working, climbing stairs etc.
Aim: To find out the correlation between balance and foot posture index in elderly.
Materials andMethods: The permission was taken from institutional ethical committee. Correlation study design was used. Samples were collected from old age home. Total 50 samples were participated in the study. Outcome measure for Foot Posture –Foot Posture Index was used and for balance Berg Balance Scale were used.
Results:Total 50 samples were collected from which 46%(n=27)were males and 54% (n=23) were females participated in the study. Samples were also categorized by BMI. Distribution of samples according to foot posture index of pronated foot in relation with berg balance scale was FPI(mean±SD) (80.4±2.59) and BSS (mean±SD) (36.36±9.2) and its correlation coefficient was 0.229. As well as samples of supinated foot in relation with balance was FPI (mean±SD) (8.07±2.5) BSS(39.88±7.04) and coefficient was 0.3109 (p<0.3109).
Conclusion: Balance will affect in older people having pronated and supinated foot among which pronated foot willcause more imbalance as compared to supinated foot.
Aim: To find out the correlation between balance and foot posture index in elderly.
Materials andMethods: The permission was taken from institutional ethical committee. Correlation study design was used. Samples were collected from old age home. Total 50 samples were participated in the study. Outcome measure for Foot Posture –Foot Posture Index was used and for balance Berg Balance Scale were used.
Results:Total 50 samples were collected from which 46%(n=27)were males and 54% (n=23) were females participated in the study. Samples were also categorized by BMI. Distribution of samples according to foot posture index of pronated foot in relation with berg balance scale was FPI(mean±SD) (80.4±2.59) and BSS (mean±SD) (36.36±9.2) and its correlation coefficient was 0.229. As well as samples of supinated foot in relation with balance was FPI (mean±SD) (8.07±2.5) BSS(39.88±7.04) and coefficient was 0.3109 (p<0.3109).
Conclusion: Balance will affect in older people having pronated and supinated foot among which pronated foot willcause more imbalance as compared to supinated foot.
Keywords
Pronated foot
Supinated foot
Balance
Age
Elderly population
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Ishwari H Navghare, Shilpa Khatri, Nilesh Andhare. Correlation of Balance and Foot Posture Index in Elderly. Int. J. of Allied Med. Sci. and Clin. Res. [Internet]. 2022 Jan. 3 [cited 2025 Jul. 13];2021(9):742-7. Available from: https://ijamscr.com/ijamscr/article/view/1128
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2. Multani, N.K. and Verma, S.K., 2008. Principles of geriatric physiotherapy. JAYPEE BROTHERS PUBLISHERS.
3. Kisner, C., Colby, L.A. and Borstad, J., 2017. Therapeutic exercise: foundations and techniques. Fa Davis.
4. Unver, B., Selici, K., Akbas, E. and Erdem, E.U., 2020. Foot Posture, Muscle Strength, Range of Motion, and Plantar Sensation in Overweight and Obese. Journal of Applied Biomechanics, 37(2), pp.87-94.
5. Mohd Said, A., Manaf, H., Bukry, S.A. and Justine, M., 2015. Mobility and balance and their correlation with physiological factors in elderly with different foot postures. BioMed research international, 2015.
6. Cote, K.P., Brunet, M.E., II, B.M.G. and Shultz, S.J., 2005. Effects of pronated and supinated foot postures on static and dynamic postural stability. Journal of athletic training, 40(1), p.41.
7. Menz, H.B., Morris, M.E. and Lord, S.R., 2005. Foot and ankle characteristics associated with impaired balance and functional ability in older people. The Journals of Gerontology Series A: Biological Sciences and Medical Sciences, 60(12), pp.1546-1552.
8. Spink, M.J., Fotoohabadi, M.R., Wee, E., Hill, K.D., Lord, S.R. and Menz, H.B., 2011. Foot and ankle strength, range of motion, posture, and deformity are associated with balance and functional ability in older adults. Archives of physical medicine and rehabilitation, 92(1), pp.68-75
9. Menz, H.B. and Morris, M.E., 2006. Clinical determinants of plantar forces and pressures during walking in older people. Gait & posture, 24(2), pp.229-236.
2. Multani, N.K. and Verma, S.K., 2008. Principles of geriatric physiotherapy. JAYPEE BROTHERS PUBLISHERS.
3. Kisner, C., Colby, L.A. and Borstad, J., 2017. Therapeutic exercise: foundations and techniques. Fa Davis.
4. Unver, B., Selici, K., Akbas, E. and Erdem, E.U., 2020. Foot Posture, Muscle Strength, Range of Motion, and Plantar Sensation in Overweight and Obese. Journal of Applied Biomechanics, 37(2), pp.87-94.
5. Mohd Said, A., Manaf, H., Bukry, S.A. and Justine, M., 2015. Mobility and balance and their correlation with physiological factors in elderly with different foot postures. BioMed research international, 2015.
6. Cote, K.P., Brunet, M.E., II, B.M.G. and Shultz, S.J., 2005. Effects of pronated and supinated foot postures on static and dynamic postural stability. Journal of athletic training, 40(1), p.41.
7. Menz, H.B., Morris, M.E. and Lord, S.R., 2005. Foot and ankle characteristics associated with impaired balance and functional ability in older people. The Journals of Gerontology Series A: Biological Sciences and Medical Sciences, 60(12), pp.1546-1552.
8. Spink, M.J., Fotoohabadi, M.R., Wee, E., Hill, K.D., Lord, S.R. and Menz, H.B., 2011. Foot and ankle strength, range of motion, posture, and deformity are associated with balance and functional ability in older adults. Archives of physical medicine and rehabilitation, 92(1), pp.68-75
9. Menz, H.B. and Morris, M.E., 2006. Clinical determinants of plantar forces and pressures during walking in older people. Gait & posture, 24(2), pp.229-236.