Evaluation of the Effect of a Clinical Exercise Programme on Plantar Distribution and Correction of Postural Asymmetries

NCT06647355 — Completed, 52 participants, University of Beira Interior

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Predicting Body Pain by Postural Related Problems in Middle-age and Older Adults Using Machine Learning

Registry	NCT06647355
Status	Completed
Study type	Observational
Enrollment	52 (Actual)
Sponsor	University of Beira Interior (Other)
Conditions	This Study Highlights Differences in Baropodometry Between Genders
Interventions	Effectiveness of physical exercise in preventing pain and improving plantar pressure distribution (Other)
Dates	start 2023-10-01, primary completion 2024-02-01, completion 2024-02-01, first posted 2024-10-17, last updated 2024-10-17
Locations	1 site in Portugal

-Summary

The aim of this study was to identify significant variables that contribute to the association between postural problems, plantar pressure distribution and levels of bodily pain in middle-aged and elderly adults. The researchers' hypothesis is that plantar pressure characteristics and postural asymmetries differ according to gender, are related to body composition and predict pain levels. The study described here is the only one to include variables that make it possible to identify body asymmetries in a postural analysis, based on the distribution of plantar pressure and body composition.

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+Detailed description

The study employed an observational cross-sectional design. A convenience sample was recruited to analyse differences between men and women in anthropometrics, body composition, plantar pressure distribution, and pain levels. Without intervention, researchers observed and recorded data at a single time point, allowing comparisons between sexes and exploring correlations among the measured variables. This type of design allowed a snapshot view of the differences and associations present within the sample.

+Arms and interventions

Arm	Interventions	Description
I	Other: Effectiveness of physical exercise in preventing pain and improving plantar pressure distribution	The 'M' point is on the heels of both feet.
II	Other: Effectiveness of physical exercise in preventing pain and improving plantar pressure distribution	The 'M' point is located on the heel of the left foot and the forefoot of the right foot.
III	Other: Effectiveness of physical exercise in preventing pain and improving plantar pressure distribution	Point 'M' is located on the heel of the right foot and the forefoot of the left foot.
IV	Other: Effectiveness of physical exercise in preventing pain and improving plantar pressure distribution	The point of maximum pressure is in the forefoot area of both feet.
V	Other: Effectiveness of physical exercise in preventing pain and improving plantar pressure distribution	The 'M' point is in the medial zone on both feet.
VI	Other: Effectiveness of physical exercise in preventing pain and improving plantar pressure distribution	The 'M' point is located on the left midfoot and right rearfoot.
VII	Other: Effectiveness of physical exercise in preventing pain and improving plantar pressure distribution	The 'M' point is located on the right midfoot and left rearfoot.

Effectiveness of physical exercise in preventing pain and improving plantar pressure distribution (Other): At the beginning of the study, the participants underwent a baropodometric and photometric analysis. At the same time, anthropometric data and self-assessed body pain data were collected. For 12 continuous weeks, the participants completed a training programme that included specific exercises designed for each group. At the end, the baropodometry images were analysed again, which led to the final conclusion of the study.

+Outcome measures

Primary outcomes

Importance and benefits of physical exercise in preventing pain and improving quality of life [12 weeks]: Sequencing of the training plan

Secondary outcomes

Bodily pain and discomfort [12 weeks]: Relationship between posture and pain

Other outcomes

Significant changes in baropodometry images [12 weeks]: Physical exercise and changes in footsteps

+Eligibility

Sex: All, ages: 18 Years to 92 Years, accepts healthy volunteers

Inclusion criteria:

* Participants had to be at least eighteen years old and physically fit. All participants had to complete the PAR-Q (health questionnaire), psychological well-being questionnaire (EBEP) and sign the free, informed and informed consent form (CLIE).

Exclusion criteria:

* In order to reduce the risk of injury or aggravation of known diseases, the researchers chose the following exclusion criteria: serious orthopaedic problems (prosthesis fitting, recent orthopaedic surgery), reported neurological problems (requiring daily medication), cardiopulmonary diseases (pacemaker, use of oxygen cylinders) and pregnant women.

+Locations (1)

Facility	City	Country	Status
Svitlana Dikhtyarenko	Setúbal, Rua Das Areias, 11 - 2	Portugal

+Investigators

Pedro Mr Forte, PhD, Study director, University of Beira Interior
Dulce Ms Esteves, PhD, Study director, University os Beira Interior