Community dwelling elderly people
Conditions
Interventions
The standing condition is eyes closed, upper limbs contralateral, foot angle 14 degree, and distance between heels 17 cm. The static standing posture is performed for 30 seconds, three times for each
Sponsors
Hokkaido Bunkyo University
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
All
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Participants will be community-dwelling older adults of both genders who have given their consent after receiving an explanation of the purpose and methods of the study both orally and in writing.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: The exclusion criteria for participants are as follows: Individuals who cannot maintain an eyes-closed standing position for more than 30 seconds without assistive devices. Individuals with a history of neuromuscular diseases. Individuals with a history of lower limb surgery. Individuals with a history of vestibular dysfunction. Individuals with plantar sensory impairment. Individuals with cognitive decline. Individuals with hallux valgus. Plantar sensory impairment will be defined as the inability to perceive the Semmes-Weinstein Monofilament applied to the plantar surface. Cognitive decline will be defined as a Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) score of less than 23. Hallux valgus will be diagnosed if the hallux valgus angle, measured with a goniometer, is 20 degree or greater.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Subjects will receive four different insole interventions on the same day. The plantar surface of the foot will be divided into 7 compartments, and plantar pressure in each compartment will be measured during the insole intervention. | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Subjects will be measured the center of pressure at the time of insole intervention. | — |
Countries
Japan
Contacts
Public ContactYuichi Takata
Hokkaido Bunkyo University Graduate School of Rehabilitation Sciences
Outcome results
None listed