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OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the use of custom-made insoles adapted to flip-flops on pain intensity, foot function, and functional walking ability in individuals with persistent plantar heel pain in the short and medium term. DESIGN: Randomised controlled trial. SETTING: Flip-flop sandals in patients with persistent plantar heel pain. MAIN MEASURES: Participants (n = 80) were assessed at baseline, six and 12 weeks after the intervention, and 4 weeks post-intervention. RESULTS: For the primary outcomes, after 6 weeks of intervention, no between-group difference was observed in the intensity of morning pain or pain with walking, mean difference = -0.4 (95% confidence intervals = -1.5 to 0.8). Similarly, after 12 weeks of intervention, no between-group difference was observed in the intensity of morning pain or pain with walking, mean difference = -0.7 (95% confidence intervals = -1.9 to 0.6). Finally, at 4 weeks after the end of the intervention, there was no between-group difference in morning pain or pain on walking, mean difference = 0.01 (95% confidence intervals = -1.4 to 1.4). All differences and confidence intervals were smaller than the minimum clinically important difference for pain (2 points). There were no differences between the groups for the secondary outcomes. In addition, the mean differences were smaller than the minimum clinically important differences for pain intensity, foot function and functional walking ability. CONCLUSION: Custom-made insoles fitted to flip-flops did not differ from flip-flops with sham insoles in improving pain intensity, foot function and functional walking ability in people with persistent heel pain.Trial registration: ClinicalTrials.gov (Identifier: NCT04784598). Data of registration: 2023-01-20.

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Abstract Introduction: Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) is a recessive genetic disease linked to the X chromosome, leading to progressive muscle tissue loss. Initially, there is difficulty getting up from the floor and an increased frequency of falls. Maintaining ambulation as long as possible is essential, and the use of ankle-foot orthosis (AFO) has been investigated as an ally in this process. Objective: To verify the prescription and use of an AFO for ambulant boys with DMD. Methods: Information was collected using the medical records of 181 patients with DMD from the Neuropediatric Service of the Instituto de Puericultura e Pediatria Martagão Gesteira of the Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro. Variables used were: age at the first medical appointment, age at first symptoms, age at loss of independent gait, time between the first symptoms and loss of gait, prescription of orthosis, time of use, and surgical intervention in the lower limbs. Results: The orthosis was prescribed for 63.5% of patients and used by 38.1%. The range of orthosis time was 2 to 4 years (62.3%). The night sleep period was the most prescribed for orthosis use, with 67.2%. Patients who used the orthosis for a longer time were older at gait loss. However, the children who arrived earlier for the first appointment had a higher frequency of orthosis prescriptions and later loss of gait. Conclusion: The use of AFO can help maintain ambulation for longer in boys with DMD.

Resumo Introdução: A distrofia muscular de Duchenne (DMD) é uma doença genética recessiva ligada ao cromossomo X, que cursa com a perda progressiva do tecido muscular. Inicialmente, observa-se dificuldade para levantar do chão e aumento dafrequência de quedas. A manutenção da deambulação pelo maior tempo possível é importante e o uso de órtese tornozelo-pé (OTP) tem sido investigado como aliado nesse processo. Objetivo: Verificar a prescrição e uso de OTP para meninos deambulantes com DMD. Métodos: As informações foram coletadas dos prontuários de 181 pacientes com DMD do Serviço de Neuropediatria do Instituto de Puericultura e Pediatria Martagão Gesteira, da Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro. As variáveis utilizadas foram: idade na primeira consulta, idade aos primeiros sintomas, idade na perda da marcha independente, tempo entre os primeiros sintomas e a perda da marcha, prescrição de órtese, tempo de uso e intervenção cirúrgica nos membros inferiores. Resultados: A órtese foi prescrita para 63,5% dos pacientes e utilizada por 38,1%. A variação do tempo de uso foi de 2 a 4 anos (62,3%). O período noturno foi o mais prescrito para uso da órtese, com 67,2%. Os pacientes que a usaram por mais tempo apresentaram maiores idades na perda da marcha. Crianças que chegaram mais precocemente à primeira consulta tiveram maior frequência de prescrição de órtese e perda da marcha mais tardiamente. Conclusão: O uso de OTP pode ajudar a manter a deambulação por mais tempo em meninos com DMD.

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BACKGROUND: Prefabricated and customized insoles are used in clinical practice to reduce foot pronation. Although data exist on the effects at key points within the stance phase, exploring the impact of different insoles using time series analysis may reveal more detail about their efficacy. RESEARCH QUESTION: What are the effects revealed by a time series analysis of arch-supported prefabricated insoles (PREFABRICATED) versus arch-supported prefabricated insoles customized with a 6º medial wedge (CUSTOMIZED) on the lower limb biomechanics during walking, stepping up and down tasks in individuals with pronated feet? METHODS: Nineteen individuals with excessive foot pronation performed walking, stepping up and down tasks using three insoles: CONTROL (flat insole), CUSTOMIZED, and PREFABRICATED. Angles and moments of ankle and knee coronal and hip transverse planes were compared between conditions using statistical parametric mapping (SPM). RESULTS: For walking, CUSTOMIZED reduced ankle eversion moment compared to CONTROL during midstance and PREFABRICATED during propulsion. CUSTOMIZED decreased KAM during midstance and propulsion compared to PREFABRICATED. Compared to CONTROL, CUSTOMIZED and PREFABRICATED reduced hip internal rotation during propulsion and loading response, respectively. CUSTOMIZED decreased eversion movement during midstance and propulsion for the stepping up task. PREFABRICATED reduced eversion movement during midstance in comparison to CONTROL. For the stepping down task, CUSTOMIZED increased eversion movement during propulsion compared to PREFABRICATED. CUSTOMIZED reduced hip internal rotation angle for stepping up task during propulsion, decreased medial rotation movement during midstance compared to CONTROL, and reduced medial rotation during midstance compared to PREFABRICATED. CUSTOMIZED increased KAM for stepping up and down tasks during propulsion. SIGNIFICANCE: These findings suggest that both CUSTOMIZED and PREFABRICATED reduce foot pronation. However, non-local effects, such as changes in KAM and hip internal rotation, were seen only in the CUSTOMIZED. Therefore, CUSTOMIZED may be preferable if the objective is to modify the knee and hip mechanics.

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BACKGROUND: Elevated patellofemoral joint stress has been associated with patellofemoral osteoarthritis (PFOA). Changes in lower limb kinematics, such as excessive femoral adduction and internal rotation and excessive rearfoot eversion during the stance phase of functional activities, may increase patellofemoral stress. There is a lack of studies that assess the effects of interventions for controlling femur and subtalar joint movements during functional activities on self-reported measures in individuals with PFOA. Thus, the primary aim of the study is to determine the immediate effects of the hip strap and foot orthoses during level-ground walking and the single-leg squat test on self-reported outcomes. The secondary aim is to investigate whether the hip strap and foot orthoses result in the kinematic changes that these devices are purported to cause. METHODS: Twenty-nine individuals with PFOA aged 50 years or older will take part in the study. The main outcome is pain intensity. The secondary outcomes are other self-reported measures (global rating of change, acceptable state of symptoms, ease of performance, and confidence) and lower limb kinematics (peak femoral adduction and internal rotation, and peak rearfoot eversion). These outcomes will be assessed during functional tasks performed under three conditions: (i) control condition, (ii) hip strap intervention, and (iii) foot orthoses intervention. To investigate whether these interventions result in the lower limb kinematic changes that they are purported to cause, three-dimensional kinematics of the femur and rearfoot will be captured during each task. Linear mixed models with two fixed factors will be used to test associations between the interventions (control, hip strap, and foot orthoses) and conditions (level-ground walking and single-leg squat test) as well as interactions between the interventions and conditions. DISCUSSION: To the best of the authors' knowledge, this is the first study to evaluate the immediate effects of the hip strap and foot orthoses on self-reported measures and lower limb kinematics during functional tasks in individuals with PFOA. The findings of this study will enable future trials to investigate the effects of these interventions in rehabilitation programmes. TRIAL REGISTRATION: ClinicalTrials.gov NCT04332900 . Registered on 3 April 2020.

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Introduction Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) is one of the leading causes of knee pain, manifesting itself during daily life activities. This study presents a review on PFPS treatment modalities. Materials and methods State of the art review on the treatment of PFPS with grades of recommendation. Active and passive conservative interventions are reviewed, as well as surgical alternatives. Results Hip and lower-limb muscle strengthening and stretching are active interventions that provide long-lasting benefits. Passive interventions include patellofemoral joint bracing, kinesiotaping and foot orthoses, and are considered useful coadjuvants to active interventions, with quick relief for patients but usually in the short term. Surgical treatment is only recommended in a small subset of patients with specific anatomic abnormalities in the patellofemoral joint. Discussion Conservative treatment remains as the mainstream in the management of patellofemoral pain syndrome.

Introducción El síndrome de dolor patelofemoral (SDPF) es una de las principales causas de dolor de rodilla y se presenta con actividades diarias de la vida cotidiana. Este estudio presenta una revisión de la literatura acerca de las modalidades de tratamiento actual para el SDPF. Materiales y métodos Revisión estado del arte acerca del tratamiento del SDPF con grados de recomendación según la evidencia. Se revisan las intervenciones conservadoras activas y pasivas, así mismo las alternativas quirúrgicas. Resultados El fortalecimiento de los músculos de la cadera y del miembro inferior, así como el estiramiento, son intervenciones activas que ofrecen beneficios en el largo plazo para el SDPF. Las intervenciones pasivas como las rodilleras, el kinesiotaping y las ortesis para los pies, ofrecen alivio rápido pero de corta duración. El tratamiento quirúrgico solamente se recomienda en un subgrupo de pacientes que no han respondido a otros tratamientos y que tienen ciertas anormalidades anatómicas específicas que alteran la articulación patelofemoral. Discusión El tratamiento conservador continúa siendo la piedra angular en el tratamiento del síndrome de dolor patelofemoral

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OBJECTIVES: To compare balance, foot function and mobility in patients with rheumatoid arthritis with and without foot orthoses. DESIGN: Randomized controlled trial. SETTING: Outpatient rheumatology clinic. SUBJECTS: A total of 94 subjects with rheumatoid arthritis were randomized; of these, 81 were included in the analyses (Intervention group: 40; Control group: 41). INTERVENTION: The Intervention Group received custom-made foot orthoses while the Control Group received none intervention. MAIN MEASURE: The "Foot Function Index," the "Berg Balance Scale," and the "Timed-up-and-go Test" were assessed at baseline an after four weeks. The chosen level of significance was P < 0.05. RESULTS: Average (standard deviation) participant age was 56.7 (±10.6) years old and average disease duration (standard deviation) was 11.4 (± 7.2) years. Groups were similar at baseline, except for comorbidity index and race. After four weeks, significant interaction group versus time was observed for Foot Function Index (change: Intervention group: -1.23 ± 1.58; Control group: -0.12 ± 1.16 - P = 0.0012) and for Berg Balance Scale (change: Intervention group: 2 ± 3; Control group: 0 ± 3 - P = 0.0110), but not for the Timed-up-and-go Test (change: Intervention group: -1.34 ± 1.99; Control group: -0.84 ± 2.29 - P = 0.0799). CONCLUSION: Foot orthoses improved foot function and balance in patients with rheumatoid arthritis.

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OBJECTIVE: To investigate the impact of ankle-foot orthoses (AFO) on subjects diagnosed with bilateral cerebral palsy (CP) using the gait index and temporal data parameters. METHODS: Twenty-four subjects, 14 male and 10 female, with a mean age of 11 (5-17 years old), underwent a comprehensive gait analysis under both barefoot (BF) and braced walking conditions. All children had been wearing the orthoses for at least 2 months before the gait analysis. RESULTS: The overall values for the left and right Gait Profile Scores (GPS) did not show statistically significant variations when comparing the same individuals with and without orthoses. Gait velocity increased by 19.5% (p < 0.001), while the cadence decreased by 4% with use of orthosis, although it was not statistically significant (p > 0.05). The stride and the step lengths on both the right and left sides, however, resulted in statistically significant increases, when wearing AFO. CONCLUSION: AFO, prescribed for assistance by professionals without using gait data, did not significantly affect the gait index (GPS), but improved temporal data. The determination of quantitative clinical parameters for the prescription of orthotics in patients with bilateral CP, as well as orthotics that meet the specific requirements are points to be addressed in the future to obtain more significant effects. Level of evidence III, Case control study.

OBJETIVO: Investigar o impacto das órteses suropodálicas (AFOs) utilizando índices da análise computadorizada da marcha (ACM) e dados de tempo e espaço, em indivíduos com diagnóstico de paralisia cerebral (PC) bilateral. MÉTODOS: 24 indivíduos, 14 do sexo masculino e 10 do sexo feminino, com média de idade de 11 anos (5-17 anos), foram submetidos a uma análise da marcha, tanto na condição de andar descalço (AD) quanto com uso das órteses. Todas as crianças usavam as órteses há no mínimo 2 meses antes da ACM. RESULTADOS: Os valores do perfil global da marcha (GPS) dos lados direito e esquerdo não apresentaram variações estatisticamente significativas quando os mesmos indivíduos foram comparados, com e sem órteses. Com o uso de órtese a velocidade da marcha aumentou 19,5% (p < 0,001), enquanto a cadência diminuiu 4%, embora não tenha sido estatisticamente significativa (p > 0,05). No entanto, com o uso da órtese, a passada e o comprimento do passo dos lados direito e esquerdo tiveram aumentos estatisticamente significativos. CONCLUSÃO: As AFOs, quando prescritas por profissionais sem o uso de dados da ACM, não alteraram significativamente o índice da marcha (GPS), mas melhoraram os dados de tempo e espaço. A determinação de parâmetros clínicos quantitativos para a prescrição de órteses em pacientes com PC bilateral, bem como órteses que atendam a requisitos específicos, são pontos a serem abordados no futuro, a fim de obter efeitos mais significativos. Nível de evidência III, Estudo de caso e controle.

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ABSTRACT Objective: To investigate the impact of ankle-foot orthoses (AFO) on subjects diagnosed with bilateral cerebral palsy (CP) using the gait index and temporal data parameters. Methods: Twenty-four subjects, 14 male and 10 female, with a mean age of 11 (5-17 years old), underwent a comprehensive gait analysis under both barefoot (BF) and braced walking conditions. All children had been wearing the orthoses for at least 2 months before the gait analysis. Results: The overall values for the left and right Gait Profile Scores (GPS) did not show statistically significant variations when comparing the same individuals with and without orthoses. Gait velocity increased by 19.5% (p < 0.001), while the cadence decreased by 4% with use of orthosis, although it was not statistically significant (p > 0.05). The stride and the step lengths on both the right and left sides, however, resulted in statistically significant increases, when wearing AFO. Conclusion: AFO, prescribed for assistance by professionals without using gait data, did not significantly affect the gait index (GPS), but improved temporal data. The determination of quantitative clinical parameters for the prescription of orthotics in patients with bilateral CP, as well as orthotics that meet the specific requirements are points to be addressed in the future to obtain more significant effects. Level of evidence III, Case control study.

RESUMO Objetivo: Investigar o impacto das órteses suropodálicas (AFOs) utilizando índices da análise computadorizada da marcha (ACM) e dados de tempo e espaço, em indivíduos com diagnóstico de paralisia cerebral (PC) bilateral. Métodos: 24 indivíduos, 14 do sexo masculino e 10 do sexo feminino, com média de idade de 11 anos (5-17 anos), foram submetidos a uma análise da marcha, tanto na condição de andar descalço (AD) quanto com uso das órteses. Todas as crianças usavam as órteses há no mínimo 2 meses antes da ACM. Resultados: Os valores do perfil global da marcha (GPS) dos lados direito e esquerdo não apresentaram variações estatisticamente significativas quando os mesmos indivíduos foram comparados, com e sem órteses. Com o uso de órtese a velocidade da marcha aumentou 19,5% (p < 0,001), enquanto a cadência diminuiu 4%, embora não tenha sido estatisticamente significativa (p > 0,05). No entanto, com o uso da órtese, a passada e o comprimento do passo dos lados direito e esquerdo tiveram aumentos estatisticamente significativos. Conclusão: As AFOs, quando prescritas por profissionais sem o uso de dados da ACM, não alteraram significativamente o índice da marcha (GPS), mas melhoraram os dados de tempo e espaço. A determinação de parâmetros clínicos quantitativos para a prescrição de órteses em pacientes com PC bilateral, bem como órteses que atendam a requisitos específicos, são pontos a serem abordados no futuro, a fim de obter efeitos mais significativos. Nível de evidência III, Estudo de caso e controle.

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BACKGROUND: Medial wedged foot orthoses are frequently prescribed to reduce retropatellar stress in patients with patellofemoral pain (PFP) by controlling calcaneal eversion and internal rotation of the tibia. During activities of daily living, the highest patella loads occur during stair descent, but the effect of foot orthoses during stair descent remains unclear. RESEARCH QUESTION: The purpose of this study was to compare the kinematics, kinetics and muscle activation during a step descent task in healthy volunteers using three designs of foot orthoses (insoles). METHODS: Sixteen healthy subjects with a mean age of 25.7 years, BMI of 23.3, and +5 Foot Posture Index were recruited. Subjects performed a step down task from 20 cm using a 5o rearfoot medial wedge (R), a 5o rearfoot and forefoot medial wedge (R/F), and a control flat insole (C). RESULTS: Significant improvements in control were seen in the R and R/F insoles over the C insole in the foot and at the ankle and hip kinematics. The R and R/F insoles increased the knee adduction moments, but reduced knee internal rotation moment compared to the C insole. Abductor hallucis (AH) activity was reduced with both insoles, whereas tibialis anterior (TA) activity was reduced with the R insole only. SIGNIFICANCE: Foot orthoses can change joint mechanics in the foot and lower limbs providing greater stability and less work done by AH and TA muscles. This data supports the use of foot orthoses to provide functional benefits during step descent, which may benefit patients with PFP.

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ABSTRACT Objective: to evaluate the application of a noninvasive intervention consisting of a postural modification using personalized models and osteopathy in people with occipital neuralgia. Method: retrospective study of the intervention performed in adult population with occipital neuralgia, consisting of postural modification using personalized plantar orthoses and osteopathy, in a study period of four years. The observed variables were: persistence of headache, alignment of the axes, plantar support, center of gravity and center of mass; medical interview data, visual analogue scale, Win-Track gait analysis system and Kinovea software for video analysis (clinical assessment instruments used). Results: a total of 34 records of people with occipital neuralgia were studied. A fraction of 58.8% of the patients reported improvement after the intervention. The visual analogue scale data were provided for 64.7% of the records and significant differences (p <0.001) between the means before (8.4 ± 1.7) and after the intervention (2.6 ± 2.7) were found. Conclusion: postural modification using personalized orthoses and osteopathy substantially improves the symptomatology of patients with occipital neuralgia.

RESUMO Objetivo: avaliar a aplicação de uma intervenção não invasiva que consiste em uma modificação postural usando modelos personalizados e osteopatia em pessoas com neuralgia occipital. Método: estudo retrospectivo da intervenção realizada em população adulta com neuralgia occipital que consiste de modificação postural empregando órteses plantares personalizadas e osteopatia, em um período de estudo de quatro anos. As variáveis observadas foram: persistência de cefaleia, alinhamento dos eixos, apoio plantar, centro de gravidade e centro de massa; dados da entrevista médica, escala visual analógica, sistema de análise de marcha Win-Track e o software Kinovea para análise de vídeo (instrumentos de avaliação clínica utilizados). Resultados: foram estudados no total 34 registros de pessoas com neuralgia occipital. Uma fração de 58,8% dos pacientes informou apresentar melhoria após a intervenção. Os dados da escala visual analógica foram fornecidos para 64,7% dos registros, encontrando diferenças significativas (p<0,001) entre as médias antes (8,4±1,7) e depois da intervenção (2,6±2,7). Conclusão: a modificação postural empregando órteses personalizadas e osteopatia melhora substancialmente a sintomatologia dos pacientes com neuralgia occipital.

RESUMEN Objetivo: evaluar la aplicación de una intervención no invasiva consistente en una modificación postural empleando plantillas personalizadas y osteopatía en personas con neuralgia occipital. Método: estudio retrospectivo de la intervención llevada a cabo en población adulta con neuralgia occipital, de modificación postural empleando órtesis plantares personalizadas y osteopatía, en un período de estudio de cuatro años. Las variables observadas fueron: persistencia de cefalea, alineación de los ejes, apoyo plantar, centro de gravedad y centro de masa; datos de la entrevista médica, la escala visual análoga, el sistema de análisis de la marcha Win-Track y el software Kinovea para análisis de vídeo (instrumentos de valoración clínica utilizados). Resultados: un total de 34 registros de personas con neuralgia occipital fueron estudiados. Un 58,8% refería presentar mejoría tras la intervención. Los datos de la escala visual análoga eran proporcionados un 64,7% de los registros, encontrándose diferencias significativas (p<0,001) entre las medias previas a la intervención (8,4±1,7) y aquellas posteriores (2,6±2,7). Conclusión: la modificación postural empleando órtesis personalizadas y osteopatía mejora sustancialmente la sintomatología de los pacientes con neuralgia occipital.

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OBJECTIVE: The objective of this study was to analyze and compare the effectiveness of two types of abduction orthotics used for the feet, the Denis-Browne type (traditional) and the Dobbs type (dynamic), with regard to maintenance of deformity correction and prevention of recurrence . METHOD: In this comparative retrospective case study, information was collected from the medical records of children with idiopathic congenital clubfoot (CCF). We evaluated a total of 43 feet in 28 patients, which were divided into two groups. Group 1 was comprised of 16 patients with a total of 24 CCFs treated with the traditional orthotic device. Group 2 consisted of 12 patients with a total of 19 CCFs treated with the dynamic orthotic device. The statistical analysis used the ANOVA test to compare the categorical variables between the groups. A significance level of 5% was adopted (p-value≤0.05) . RESULTS: In Group 1, recurrence was observed in 2 feet (8.33%), and in 1 foot in Group 2 (5.26%). No significant difference in effectiveness was seen between the two types of orthotic devices . CONCLUSION: Both abduction devices were seen to be effective in maintaining correction of congenital clubfoot deformities. There was no statistical significance between type of orthotic device and recurrence. Level of Evidence III, Retrospective Comparative Study.

OBJETIVO: Analisar e comparar a eficácia entre dois tipos de órtese de abdução para o pé, tipo Denis-Browne (tradicional) e a proposta por Dobbs (dinâmica), quanto à manutenção da correção das deformidades e da prevenção das recidivas. MÉTODO: Estudo de casos, retrospectivo e comparativo, com levantamento de prontuários de crianças com PTCI. Foram avaliados 28 pacientes, totalizando 43 pés, divididos em dois grupos: Grupo 1 - tratados com aparelho tradicional, 16 pacientes, 24 PTCI. Grupo 2 - tratados com aparelho dinâmico, 12 pacientes, totalizando 19 PTCI. A análise estatística comparou as variáveis categóricas entre os grupos com o teste ANOVA. Foi adotado nível de significância de 5% (p ≤ 0,05). RESULTADOS: No grupo 1, a recidiva ocorreu em dois pés (8,33%) e no grupo 2 em um pé (5,26%). Na comparação das duas órteses, a eficácia não apresentou diferença significante. CONCLUSÃO: Ambos os aparelhos de abdução mostraram-se eficazes na manutenção da correção das deformidades do pé torto congênito. Não ocorreu significância estatística em relação às órteses e a ocorrência de recidivas. Nível de Evidência III, Estudo Retrospectivo Comparativo.

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ABSTRACT Objective: The objective of this study was to analyze and compare the effectiveness of two types of abduction orthotics used for the feet, the Denis-Browne type (traditional) and the Dobbs type (dynamic), with regard to maintenance of deformity correction and prevention of recurrence . Method: In this comparative retrospective case study, information was collected from the medical records of children with idiopathic congenital clubfoot (CCF). We evaluated a total of 43 feet in 28 patients, which were divided into two groups. Group 1 was comprised of 16 patients with a total of 24 CCFs treated with the traditional orthotic device. Group 2 consisted of 12 patients with a total of 19 CCFs treated with the dynamic orthotic device. The statistical analysis used the ANOVA test to compare the categorical variables between the groups. A significance level of 5% was adopted (p-value≤0.05) . Results: In Group 1, recurrence was observed in 2 feet (8.33%), and in 1 foot in Group 2 (5.26%). No significant difference in effectiveness was seen between the two types of orthotic devices . Conclusion: Both abduction devices were seen to be effective in maintaining correction of congenital clubfoot deformities. There was no statistical significance between type of orthotic device and recurrence. Level of Evidence III, Retrospective Comparative Study.

RESUMO Objetivo: Analisar e comparar a eficácia entre dois tipos de órtese de abdução para o pé, tipo Denis-Browne (tradicional) e a proposta por Dobbs (dinâmica), quanto à manutenção da correção das deformidades e da prevenção das recidivas. Método: Estudo de casos, retrospectivo e comparativo, com levantamento de prontuários de crianças com PTCI. Foram avaliados 28 pacientes, totalizando 43 pés, divididos em dois grupos: Grupo 1 - tratados com aparelho tradicional, 16 pacientes, 24 PTCI. Grupo 2 - tratados com aparelho dinâmico, 12 pacientes, totalizando 19 PTCI. A análise estatística comparou as variáveis categóricas entre os grupos com o teste ANOVA. Foi adotado nível de significância de 5% (p ≤ 0,05). Resultados: No grupo 1, a recidiva ocorreu em dois pés (8,33%) e no grupo 2 em um pé (5,26%). Na comparação das duas órteses, a eficácia não apresentou diferença significante. Conclusão: Ambos os aparelhos de abdução mostraram-se eficazes na manutenção da correção das deformidades do pé torto congênito. Não ocorreu significância estatística em relação às órteses e a ocorrência de recidivas. Nível de Evidência III, Estudo Retrospectivo Comparativo.

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Plantar cutaneous stimulation has been shown to improve gait in Parkinson's disease (PD), but the effects of different types of insoles have not been tested. We evaluated the immediate effect of different types of insoles on gait in PD patients and healthy older adults. Nineteen PD patients and nineteen healthy older adults performed and performed a walking task at their self-selected speed in three conditions: conventional insole, insole with a raised ridge around the foot perimeter, and insole with half-spheres. Plantar sensation was evaluated before and after the walking protocol. There were no differences between groups for plantar sensation before and after the walking task. PD patients demonstrated reduced stride length and stride velocity. There were no immediate benefits offered by the insoles on gait of either group. The increased plantar cutaneous stimulation does not promote immediate benefits on gait in PD patients and healthy older adults.

A estimulação cutânea plantar beneficia o andar de pacientes com doença de Parkinson (DP), mas os efeitos de diferentes tipos de palmilhas ainda não foram testados. Nós avaliamos o efeito imediato de diferentes tipos de palmilhas no andar de pacientes com DP e idosos saudáveis. Dezenove pacientes com DP e dezenove idosos sadios andaram em três condições: palmilha convencional, palmilha com borda na parte externa da superfície do pé e palmilha com semi-esferas. A sensibilidade plantar foi avaliada antes e após o protocolo do andar. Não foram encontradas diferenças entre os grupos para sensibilidade plantar antes e após a tarefa do andar. Os pacientes apresentaram reduzida velocidade e menor comprimento da passada. Não foram verificados benefícios imediatos das palmilhas no andar para os grupos. O aumento na estimulação cutânea plantar não promoveu benefícios imediatos no andar de pacientes com DP e controles.

La estimulación plantar beneficia el andar e de pacientes con enfermedad de Parkinson-(EP), pero los efectos de diferentes tipos de plantillas no fueron testados. Evaluamos el efecto inmediato de diferentes tipos de plantillas en el andar de pacientes con EP y en mayores saludables. Diecinueve pacientes con EP y diecinueve controles fueron evaluados en el andar en tres condiciones: plantilla convencional, plantilla con borde en la superficie exterior del pie e plantilla con semi-esferas. La sensibilidad plantar fue evaluada antes y después de lo andar. No hubo diferencias entre los grupos para la sensibilidad plantar antes y después de lo andar. Los pacientes mostraron velocidad reducida y menor longitud de la zancada. No hubo beneficios inmediatos de las plantillas en el andar para los grupos. El aumento en la estimulación plantar no promovió beneficios inmediatos en el andar para los grupos.

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PURPOSE: This meta-analysis examined the effects of foot orthoses (FO) on pain and disability in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients. METHODS: MEDLINE, Cochrane Controlled Trials Register, EMBASE, SPORT Scielo, and CINAHL were searched through July 2014 for randomized controlled trials (RCTs) examining the effects of orthoses on pain and disability in RA patients. Two reviewers selected studies independently. Weighted mean differences (WMDs) and 95% confidence intervals (CIs) were calculated, and heterogeneity was assessed using the I(2) test. RESULTS: Three studies, involving 110 patients who received FO and 108 control patients, met the study criteria. Relative to controls, FO had a positive impact on pain (WMD 0.40; 95% CI 0.04-0.57). Between group differences in disability were not statistically significant. CONCLUSIONS: FO may improve pain in RA patients, but their impact on disability remains undetermined. Additional large RCTs are needed to investigate the effects of these devices in RA patients. Implications for Rehabilitation The use of foot orthoses (FO) often part of the conservative treatment of patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). However, the indication of these devices is usually empiric. Thus, the results of this meta-analysis can provide guidance to rehabilitation professionals to undertake these devices to therapeutic programs. There is no consensus among rehabilitation professionals regarding the efficacy of FO improved pain and disability in patients with RA. The results of this meta-analysis suggest that the use of the FO improves pain but has no impact on disability. Thus, rehabilitation professionals, from reading this article will make clear to their patients that benefit of the FO is exclusively in pain improvement. Healthcare professionals and organizations should take into account the costs of production of FO during the definition of the therapeutic program. In case of low cost, the effect on improvement of pain in the feet can justify the indication of these devices to a patient with RA.

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