Toe-in and toe-out walking require different lower limb neuromuscular patterns in people with knee osteoarthritis

Toe-in and toe-out gait modification has received attention lately as a promising treatment for knee osteoarthritis due to its potential to improve knee joint loading and pain. However, the neuromuscular patterns associated with these walking styles are not well known, a factor that may influence knee joint load itself. Our aim was to conduct a thorough examination of the neuromuscular patterns associated with toe-in and toe-out walking in people with knee osteoarthritis. Fifteen participants were instructed to walk in four different foot rotations: 10 ° toe-in, 0°, as well as 10° and 20° toe-out.
Source: Journal of Biomechanics - Category: Biomedical Science Authors: Source Type: research