Does Modified Footwear Improve Gait After Ankle Arthrodesis

摘要: Rocker bottom shoes are commonly recommended for patients who have undergone ankle arthrodesis. Limited data available to support this recommendation. In the present case-control study, 2 groups of participants were identified investigation: a study group (SG) 9 had previously arthrodesis and normal (NG) healthy volunteers. Gait collected using video recorder while walked barefoot wearing rocker shoes. These analyzed computer-based gait analysis software. The total motion was calculated averaged each walking All completed Short Musculoskeletal Function Assessment American Orthopaedic Foot Ankle Society questionnaires. SG increased 4.8° (range 3.4° 6.9°) on mean average, an improvement compared with (p < .05). NG, shoe wear no effect = .59). Although in approached average it remained significantly less than that NG Additionally, scored worse both outcomes questionnaires velocity. conclusion, improve toward normal.