Immediate Effect of Taping on Foot Biomechanics in Patients With Hallux Valgus

Inclusion criteria

• Individuals aged 18-65 years
• Individuals with mild to moderate HV in one or both feet
• HV patients who do not require/are not suitable for surgery or who refuse surgery and are referred/apply for conservative treatment
• Individuals who have not engaged in any strenuous exercise or activity (such as running, walking, weight or resistance training, yoga, pilates, aerobics, step, etc.) in the last 2 days before evaluation.

Exclusion criteria

• The presence of contraindications for the use of the tapes (skin lesions, wounds, fungal infections, allergic reactions, sensory loss, etc.).
• Diagnosis of diabetic foot.
• Complete loss of hallux mobility, presence of interdigital neuroma, excessive pain and tenderness during mobility.
• Foot posture in advanced pronation or supination.
• The presence of diseases or problems that may affect gait (necessity of using a walking aid, visual or hearing impairment, other problems related to the lower extremity or spine).
• Having experienced orthopedic trauma or surgery involving the lower extremity.
• The presence of severe shortness of breath or inability to tolerate walking while walking.
• The person's; 9. Having a medical history that increases the risk of falls, such as unexplained fainting, blood sugar imbalance, unstable low or high blood pressure.

• Having an orthopedic or rheumatological disease (rheumatoid arthritis, gout, etc.) or a systemic disease associated with diabetes or connective tissue disorder.

• Being pregnant or in the first 6 months postpartum. 12. Having cooperation problems to the extent that one cannot understand and comply with the assessment protocols.