Flexible Flatfoot
Conditions
Brief summary
The goal of this clinical trial is to compare the effects of 3D printed insoles versus prefabricated insoles in otherwise healthy subjects with flatfoot condition. The main question it aims to answer is: * If 3D printed insoles are better in terms of fit, weight, durability, comfort, and effectiveness compared to prefabricated insoles. * If 3D printed insoles are better in terms of reducing pain compared to prefabricated insoles. Participants will be divided in two groups. One group will receive 3D printed insoles and other group will wear prefabricated insoles for four weeks. After four weeks, researchers will record their feedback about their insoles which will help them to compare the two insoles.
Detailed description
The purpose of this research is to compare the effects of 3D printed insoles versus prefabricated insoles in flatfoot subjects. This study will recruit healthy adult subjects with flexible flat feet but otherwise good physical and mental health. They will be divided into groups of an equal number of people. Prefabricated insoles will be given to one group, while 3D printed insoles will be given to the other. Subjective feedback will be collected at week zero, when the subjects will be given the insoles to wear, and again at the end of fourth week. Statistical analysis will be used to determine whether or not there is a significant difference in the responses of the two groups. The results will help us in identifying which insoles are better than the other in terms of parameters described above.
Interventions
DEVICE3D Printed Foot Orthosis
3D printed foot orthoses designed and fabricated at the Taibah University
DEVICEPrefabricated Foot Orthosis
Generic foot orthoses available commercially
Sponsors
Taibah University
Study design
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
DOUBLE (Subject, Caregiver)
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
18 Years to 65 Years
Healthy volunteers
Yes
Inclusion criteria
* Age of 18 years or above * Flatfoot symptoms such as foot/calf pain and fatigue after prolonged walking * Foot postural index ranging from 6 to 12 * No neurological or physical disabilities
Exclusion criteria
* Below 18 years of age * Inability to understand or answer questions * Any lower limb surgery within the past two years * Any lower limb injury within the past six months * Any neurological disorder affecting gait
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Visual Analog Scale | Will be measured at Week 0 | The Visual Analog Scale is a validated tool for assessing pain. It involves a 10-centimeter line with the starting point at 0 centimeters representing no pain and the end point at 10 centimeters representing severe pain. Patients mark their pain level on the line, and the distance from the starting point provides a numerical measure of pain intensity. |
| Quebec User Evaluation of Satisfaction with Assistive Technology questionnaire. | Will be measured at 4th week | The Quebec User Evaluation of Satisfaction with Assistive Technology (QUEST) questionnaire is a tool designed to assess user satisfaction with assistive technology (AT) devices. A modified version of the QUEST questionnaire that will be used here consists of various items related to different aspects of assistive device use, such as device effectiveness, comfort, durability, weight, and dimensions. Respondents will be asked to rate each item on a scale, ranging from 1 (Not Satisfied at All) to 5 (Very Satisfied), indicating their level of satisfaction with each statement. |
Countries
Saudi Arabia
Outcome results
None listed