Comparing Hip-Based and Knee-Based Exercises for Improving Foot Arch, Balance, and Muscle Strength in Adults with Flexible Flatfoot Aged 25 to 40

What this Trial Is About

This research aims to compare two different exercise approaches focused on the hip or the knee to see their effects on foot arch height, balance, and leg muscle strength in adults aged 25 to 40 with flexible flat feet. The study will randomly assign participants to either a hip-based or knee-based exercise group to find out which method better improves foot stability and function. Participants will take part in a 6-week exercise program. One group will do hip-focused strengthening and stretching, including clamshell exercises and iliopsoas stretching, combined with hot pack application and foot intrinsic exercises. The other group will perform knee isometric exercises with hamstring stretching along with the same hot pack and foot exercises. Both groups will follow the same basic foot strengthening routine. Throughout the study, muscle strength, foot arch height, and dynamic balance will be measured before, during, and after the intervention. Researchers will monitor progress to determine the effectiveness of each exercise program in improving lower limb strength and functional balance in people with flexible flat feet.

Effects of Hip-Based Versus Knee-Based Exercises on Medial Longitudinal Arch, Dynamic Balance, and Muscle Strength in Flexible Flatfoot