Mud walking for kids with flexible flat feet
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Genetic & congenital clinical trials.
This study tests whether walking on mud can improve foot posture and balance in children with flexible flat feet. It may help strengthen the feet without surgery or special equipment.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- Your child has flexible flat feet (the arches flatten when standing but come back when not bearing weight) in both feet
- Your child is between 6 and 11 years old
- Your child is not taking part in any other medical study
- Your child has a foot posture score (FPI-6) greater than 6 – the study doctor will measure this
- Your child does not have rigid flat feet (arches don't come back), prior foot or ankle surgery, foot pain, or any other foot problems
- Your child is not overweight or obese, and doesn't have a neurological or nerve/muscle condition
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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