This study investigated the effects of Dynamic Ankle Foot Orthosis (DAFO) on plantar pressure distribution in children with spastic cerebral palsy (CP). Eight children (aged 4-12, GMFCS levels I-II) participated. Plantar pressure was measured using WalkinSense sensors under two conditions: with shoes only and with DAFO and shoes. DAFO use significantly decreased pressure under the 1st metatarsal and increased pressure under the lateral heel. The study concludes that DAFO improves gait and influences plantar foot pressure in children with mild CP, shifting pressure distribution towards the lateral foot.
Publisher
Children
Published On
Apr 13, 2023
Authors
Senem Guner, Serap Alsancak, Enver Güven, Ali Koray Özgün
Tags
Dynamic Ankle Foot Orthosis
spastic cerebral palsy
plantar pressure
children
gait improvement
pressure distribution
mild CP
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