The effect of exercises and insoles on the feet in leprosy patients

ABSTRACT The purpose of this study is to analyze the effects of using customized insoles and leg and foot exercises on the feet of patients with neuropathy caused by leprosy. Thirty volunteers diagnosed with leprosy were assigned to one of three groups: (1) Exercise group (n=10): performed exercises...

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Published in:Fisioterapia e pesquisa 2019-09, Vol.26 (3), p.247-257
Main Authors: Prado, Carolina Ribeiro do, Carvalho, Leonardo Cesar, Guarda, Eliane Oliveira, Santos, Christiane Borges Abrão, Fagundes, Wendel Antônio, Iunes, Denise Hollanda
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Exercise
Leprosy
ORTHOPEDICS
Orthotic Devices
Photogrammetry
REHABILITATION
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Summary:ABSTRACT The purpose of this study is to analyze the effects of using customized insoles and leg and foot exercises on the feet of patients with neuropathy caused by leprosy. Thirty volunteers diagnosed with leprosy were assigned to one of three groups: (1) Exercise group (n=10): performed exercises for the intrinsic muscles of the foot; (2) Insole group (n=10): used insoles to correct foot positioning; (3) Insole and Exercise group (n=10): used insoles and performed an exercise routine. The results of the treatments were analyzed with photogrammetry using the Alcimagem® and AutoCAD® programs. Left hindfoot posture changed after treatment in the Exercise and Insole groups (hindfoot, pre versus post
ISSN:1809-2950
2316-9117
2316-9117
DOI:10.1590/1809-2950/18003026032019