Measuring forefoot alignment with a table-mounted goniometric device.
Evaluating the need for orthotic treatment may include the measure of forefoot-to-hindfoot alignment. This paper describes a table-mounted goniometric device that improves intra-rater reliability and simplifies the measurement of forefoot alignment. Instructions for constructing the device are provided. Use of this device may help clinicians evaluate forefoot alignment when making orthotic correction of the foot.
Glasoe
Ward Myloe
WM
ward.glasoe@physio.strykercorp.com
Allen
Mary K
MK
Ludewig
Paula M
PM
D002138:Calibration; D005545:Forefoot, Human / Q000503:physiopathology*; D006801:Humans; D015588:Observer Variation; D009985:Orthopedics / Q000379:methods*; D010808:Physical Examination / Q000379:methods; D026741:Physical Therapy Modalities / Q000379:methods*; D016059:Range of Motion, Articular; D012680:Sensitivity and Specificity