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NCT Number: NCT06647355

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

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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Key information

Conditions

This Study Highlights Differences in Baropodometry Between Genders

Age range

18 year–92 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Observational

Primary location

Svitlana Dikhtyarenko

Setúbal, Rua Das Areias, 11 - 2, 2910-407, Portugal

About this study

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.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

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.

Treatment and study plan

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.

Primary outcomes

Importance and benefits of physical exercise in preventing pain and improving quality of life

Time frame: 12 weeks

Sequencing of the training plan

Secondary outcomes

Bodily pain and discomfort

Time frame: 12 weeks

Relationship between posture and pain

Other outcomes

Significant changes in baropodometry images

Time frame: 12 weeks

Physical exercise and changes in footsteps

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

University of Beira Interior

Other

Registry information

Official study title

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

Important dates

Study start: 2023
Primary completion: 2024
Study completion: 2024
First posted: Oct 17, 2024
Registry last updated: Oct 17, 2024

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