Anti-pronator components are essential to effectively alter lower-limb kinematics and kinetics in individuals with flexible flatfeet.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2021.105390
Abstract: BACKGROUND Foot orthoses are commonly used to correct for foot alterations and especially address excessive foot pronation in individuals with flatfeet. In recent years, 3D printing has taken a key place in orthotic manufacturing processes… read more here.
Keywords: foot orthoses; lower limb; limb kinematics; kinematics ... See more keywords
Ankle Foot Orthoses: Standardisation of terminology.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.foot.2020.101702
Abstract: The term Ankle Foot Orthosis (AFO) has been standardised and defined by the International Organization for Standardisation which offers general terms for external orthoses, describing terms relating to external orthoses including the abbreviation AFO. These… read more here.
Keywords: foot orthoses; orthoses standardisation; external orthoses; ankle foot ... See more keywords
Effect of textured foot orthoses on walking plantar pressure variables in children with autism spectrum disorders.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jbiomech.2021.110775
Abstract: The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of textured foot orthoses on plantar pressure variables in children with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs). Thirty boys were divided into two groups based on their… read more here.
Keywords: foot orthoses; plantar pressure; autism; textured foot ... See more keywords
Effect of prefabricated thermoformable foot orthoses on plantar surface temperature after running: A gender comparison.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jtherbio.2020.102612
Abstract: There is a lack of evidence about the effect of different type of foot orthoses on plantar surface temperature. Moreover, that effect could be different depending on gender due to anatomical and physiological differences between… read more here.
Keywords: foot orthoses; gender; surface temperature; foot ... See more keywords
Shape Memory Ankle-Foot Orthoses.
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DOI: 10.1021/acsami.8b08851
Abstract: Electrically actuated ankle-foot orthoses (AFOs) were designed and prototyped using shape memory textile composites. Acrylic copolymers were synthesized as the matrix to demonstrate shape memory effects, whereas electrothermal fabrics were embedded to generate uniform heat… read more here.
Keywords: foot orthoses; orthoses shape; shape memory; ankle foot ... See more keywords
Effects of ankle-foot orthoses on step activities in the community: a systematic review.
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DOI: 10.1080/09638288.2023.2169774
Abstract: PURPOSE To determine the effects of ankle-foot orthoses (AFO) on step-based physical activities in individuals with neurological, orthopaedic, or cardiovascular disorders. METHODS Electronic searches of databases such as Scopus, PubMed, Web of Science, Embase, ProQuest,… read more here.
Keywords: step; ankle foot; activity; step activity ... See more keywords
Effects of foot orthoses on soft tissue morphology and skin sensitivity over three months
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DOI: 10.1080/19424280.2019.1606062
Abstract: Altering plantar load using a foot orthosis (FO) may alter the work required of internal structures. Intrinsic foot muscles can change size after loading of the foot is altered using footwear (John... read more here.
Keywords: morphology skin; soft tissue; foot orthoses; effects foot ... See more keywords
Foot shape: is it an important consideration in footwear and foot orthoses research?
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DOI: 10.1080/19424280.2019.1606095
Abstract: The term ‘orthotic device’ predates the 1970s. Historically, the biomechanical literature on foot orthoses (FOs) has predominantly focused on kinetic and kinematic analysis.Authors are repeatedly s... read more here.
Keywords: shape important; important consideration; consideration footwear; foot orthoses ... See more keywords
Foot orthoses with a forefoot correction shift the center of pressure trajectory laterally during running in a pronated foot
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DOI: 10.1080/19424280.2019.1606109
Abstract: It has been suggested that a pronated foot contributes to overuse running injuries (Williams, McClay, & Hamill, 2001). To control excessive foot pronation, foot orthoses are widely used in people with a pronated foot (Banwell,… read more here.
Keywords: trajectory; foot orthoses; center pressure; pronated foot ... See more keywords
Assessment of Mechanical Characteristics of Ankle-Foot Orthoses.
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DOI: 10.1115/1.4039816
Abstract: Recent designs of ankle-foot orthoses (AFOs) have been influenced by the increasing demand for higher function from active individuals. The biomechanical function of the individual and device is dependent upon the underlying mechanical characteristics of… read more here.
Keywords: foot; foot orthoses; deflection; assessment mechanical ... See more keywords
Effectiveness and Reliability of Foot Orthoses on Impact Loading and Lower Limb Kinematics When Running at Preferred and Nonpreferred Speeds.
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DOI: 10.1123/jab.2019-0281
Abstract: This study examined the effect of foot orthoses used on ground reaction forces, ankle, and knee kinematics when running at preferred and nonpreferred speeds. Sixteen runners ran on instrumented treadmills at various speeds (90%, 100%,… read more here.
Keywords: preferred nonpreferred; kinematics running; foot orthoses; nonpreferred speeds ... See more keywords