P 090 – Main factors affecting the arch structure of children: a follow-up study using a mixed linear model of repeated data

Previous studies have showed that body mass and age exerted high effects on the development of arch structure in children [1,2]. Limitations of these studies, e.g., no follow-up check and inappropriate statistical analyses, etc., can adversely affect the results. Consequently, no consensus has been reached to determine to what extent these factors can affect the arch structure of children. Research on relevant factors affecting the arch structure of children needs further clarification. Therefore, we chose to perform a longitudinal investigation on the change of arch structure of children with the body mass index (BMI) changing and age increasing using a mixed model of repeated measures.
Source: Gait and Posture - Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Tags: Short communication Source Type: research