A comparison of the anatomical and biomechanical parameters of the foot in Maori and non-Maori

摘要: Background: Māori have poorer health outcomes compared to non-Māori and are over-represented in amputation age-standardised mortality rates Aotearoa. There is limited knowledge on the biomechanical parameters of feet with diabetes peripheral neuropathy. Aims: The primary aim was evaluate differences plantar fascia thickness, peak forefoot pressures pressure time integrals under region between without A secondary determine relationship thickness diabetes. Method: cross-sectional observational study conducted 36 participants recruited from two clinical sites (South Auckland North Shore, Auckland). Participants who met inclusion criteria were divided into four groups: diabetes, no diabetes. Plantar measured by ultrasound. Forefoot evaluated. Data groups analysed using a Kruskal Wallis test Pearson’s r-correlation analyse pressure. Results: No significant found age, gender, body mass index (BMI) or duration (for people diabetes) across (p>0.05). showed (p=0.02). Post-hoc analysis demonstrated increases (p=0.04); (p=0.01). Peak for 2nd/3rd MPJ (p=0.01) 4th/5th (p=0.02), but difference 1st (p=0.10). In at (r = 0.77; p =0.01). Conclusion: The preliminary results changes increased lateral Evaluating other risk factors may be used future studies predictors that contribute diabetic foot complications