Correlation of Foot Posture with Balance and Pelvic Tilt in Healthy Runners
Authors
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Br. Nath Pai College of Physiotherapy, Kudal - 416550, Maharashtra ,IN
Pragati Bhagwan Shetkar -
Srinivas College of Physiotherapy and Research Centre, Mangalore - 575001, Karnataka ,INDeepak Kumar Pradhan
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Centre for Diabetic Foot Care and Research, Department of Physiotherapy, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal - 576104, Karnataka ,INHrishikesh Yadav Korada
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Srinivas College of Physiotherapy and Research Centre, Mangalore - 575001, Karnataka ,INSiva Kumar
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.18311/DSUPHY/9788195874873/2024/007Keywords:
Anterior Pelvic Tilt; Dynamic Balance; Hyper-pronation; Running InjuriesAbstract
Introduction: Hyper-pronated foot is a functional deformity which mainly affects the total body kinematic chain during dynamic weight-bearing events such as running when the foot lands on the ground. Furthermore, individuals with hyper-pronated foot may exhibit anterior pelvic tilt owing to the biomechanical relations, which alters balance as well. Runners with hyper-pronated feet are at high risk of injury, possibly because of larger torque generated at the lower limb.
Objective: The purpose of the study was to find out the relationship of hyper-pronated foot with anterior pelvic tilt and dynamic balance in recreational runners.
Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted in 55 healthy recreational runners with hyper-pronated foot aged 19-30 years. They were assessed by foot posture index for hyper-pronated foot, Star Excursion Balance Test for dynamic balance evaluation, and the photogrammetry method to determine the anterior pelvic tilt angle.
Results: The results revealed a poor correlation between foot posture index and dynamic body balance (r = 0.23) and a moderate correlation between foot posture index and anterior pelvic tilt angle (r = 0.47).
Conclusions: There was no significant correlation of foot posture index with dynamic body balance, whereas a minimal correlation was found between foot posture index and the anterior pelvic tilt angle. Therefore, hyper-pronated foot does not significantly directly influence balance or posture.
