Research on Physical Fitness and Flatfoot in Children

N/AActive Not RecruitingNCT07238270

Chang Gung Memorial Hospital600 enrolled

Overview

This study aims to explore the relationship between children's physical fitness and flatfoot. Specifically, it is designed to determine whether fitness levels are linked to the incidence and severity of flatfoot and to explore other possible factors, including genetics, exercise behavior, and body weight.

This study aims to examine the relationship between children's physical fitness and flatfoot. We will recruit a sample of children across different ages, genders, and fitness levels. Physical fitness will be assessed using standardized tests, including body composition, cardiorespiratory endurance, muscle strength, and flexibility. Foot structure and function will be evaluated through arch index and plantar pressure analysis to determine the presence and severity of flatfoot. Background information, such as age, gender, height, weight, exercise habits, and family history, will also be collected.

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Enrollment

600

Conditions

Flatfoot

Interventions

No intervention (observational study)OTHER

This is an observational study with no intervention.

Eligibility

Sex: ALLMin age: 1 YearMax age: 18 Years

Medical Language ↔ Plain English

Inclusion Criteria: -Children aged 1-18 years Exclusion Criteria: * Diagnosed with developmental delays * Diagnosed with neurological disorders * Presence of other congenital or acquired conditions causing impairments * Holders of a disability certificate * History of asthma * History of heart disease

Locations (1)

Chang Gung Memorial Hospital

Taoyuan, Taiwan

Outcomes

Primary Outcomes

Questionnaire Score

Score from a self-designed questionnaire on lifestyle habits and foot-related symptoms. Scale range: higher scores = better habits, fewer symptoms.

Time frame: Baseline

Body Fat Percentage

Body fat percentage measured using InBody analyzer. Unit: Percent (%) (lower values indicate better body composition).

Time frame: Baseline

Skeletal Muscle Mass

Skeletal muscle mass measured using InBody analyzer. Unit: Kilograms (higher values indicate greater muscle mass).

Time frame: Baseline

Cardiorespiratory Endurance

Performance on standardized shuttle run test. Unit: Seconds (shorter time indicates better endurance).

Time frame: Baseline

Handgrip Strength

Grip strength measured using digital dynamometer. Unit: Kilograms (higher values indicate greater strength).

Time frame: Baseline

Pinch Strength

Pinch force measured with a pinch gauge. Unit: Kilograms (higher values indicate greater strength).

Time frame: Baseline

Flexibility Test

Sit and reach distance measured in centimeters. Unit: Centimeters (higher values indicate greater flexibility).

Time frame: Baseline

Balance Ability

Time maintaining one-leg stance without support. Unit: Seconds (longer time indicates better balance).

Time frame: Baseline

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