Range of motion at ankle joint and subtalar joint will be assessed before and after utilization of ARM device. The changes in range of motion will be recorded and compared to literature.
The purpose of this study is to assess how effective a new device is in increasing range of motion and reducing stiffness in the foot and ankle of patients with acquired flatfoot, patients with plantar fasciitis, and those suffering from stiffness after cast removal or other lengthy immobilization. Project will utilize a physical therapist to measure range of motion and stiffness when patients are consented. Patients will be re-measured at six weeks following use of the device to assist in stretching ankle and foot muscles, and again at 10 weeks for final stiffness and range of motion assessment.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
SINGLE
Enrollment
26
Stretching exercise performed 10 times per day, for six (6) weeks.
University of Missouri-Columbia Healthcare
Columbia, Missouri, United States
Change in Range of Motion
Participants randomized into ARM stretching device group will experience less ankle stiffness and an increased range of motion after using the stretching device, as compared to the control group receiving traditional physiotherapy.
Time frame: Ten weeks
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