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Effects of Hip-Based Versus Knee-Based Exercises on Medial Longitudinal Arch, Dynamic Balance, and Muscle Strength in Flexible Flatfoot
Sponsor: University of Faisalabad
Summary
This study aims to compare the effects of hip-based and knee-based exercise interventions on medial longitudinal arch height, dynamic balance, and lower limb muscle strength in individuals with flexible flat feet. Participants will be randomly assigned to two groups: one receiving hip-focused strengthening and stretching exercises, and the other receiving knee-focused exercises, while both groups will perform a common set of foot intrinsic exercises. The intervention will be conducted over 6 weeks. Outcomes will be measured pre- and post- intervention and in the middle of intervention to determine which approach is more effective in improving foot stability and functional performance.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
25 Years - 40 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
46
Start Date
2026-03-30
Completion Date
2026-06-30
Last Updated
2026-05-08
Healthy Volunteers
No
Interventions
Hip-based Exercise with hot pack and intrinsic foot strengthening exercises
Baseline: Hot pack will be applied to the calf muscle for 5-10 minutes. Then the calf muscles will be stretched with 5 repetitions. Treatment: Clamshell exercises with 4 progressions with 5-10 repetitions and iliopsoas stretching with 3 repetitions per session.
Knee-based exercises with a hot pack and intrinsic foot strengthening exercises
Baseline: Hot pack will be applied to the calf muscle for 5-10 minutes. Then the calf muscles will be stretched with 5 repetitions. Treatment: Knee isometrics with 5-1o repetitions along with hamstring stretching 3 repetitions per session.
Locations (1)
Madinah Teaching Hospital
Faisalābad, Punjab Province, Pakistan