Exercises for Pes Planus

Pes planus is a musculoskeletal syndrome in which the medial longitudinal arch (MLA) of the foot is reduced or flattened. It results from a combination of static and dynamic abnormalities. Various predisposing factors such as increased weight, foot injury, and musculoskeletal disorders are associated with this problem. It has been reported that pes planus is associated with various disorders seen in the lower extremity such as patellofemoral pain syndrome and medial tibial stress syndrome. In addition, studies have emphasized that there is a significant relationship between abnormal foot posture and gait mechanics. Therefore, our aim in this study is to examine the effects of classical foot exercises and foot core exercises on pain, balance, gait, and lower extremity performance in adolescents with pes planus. This study is planned to be a randomized controlled trial. Participants will be randomly divided into 2 groups. Individuals in the classical foot exercises group will be subjected to classical foot exercises for 12-15 minutes, and individuals in the core exercises group will be subjected to foot core exercises for 12-15 minutes twice a week for a total of 8 weeks. Individuals included in the study will be assessed for pes planus status with the navicular drop test. For both groups, pain will be assessed with the foot function test, balance with the star balance test, gait analysis with the footprint method, and lower extremity muscle performance with functional muscle strength assessment, before and after the application. The assessments will be applied face to face by the same physiotherapist to all group members.