Measurement of the size and width of the foot: Assessment of the height of the plantar arch using a podoscope, and application of functional scales such as the AOFAS (Ankle and Foot Outcome Score), the FPI (Foot Posture Index) and the FFI (Foot Function Index). In addition, the distribution of plantar pressure and the centre of pressure (COP)
Study summary
Pregnancy causes physiological and biomechanical changes in the female body, such as weight gain and hormonal changes, which can affect the structure and function of the foot and ankle. These adaptations can influence gait, balance and stability. However, the temporal evolution of these changes in the foot and ankle before, during and after pregnancy is not well documented. This study aims to characterize and quantify these changes, as well as their impact on foot function, with the aim of contributing to the prevention and management of podiatric and orthopedic problems in pregnant women.
Eligibility
Sex
FEMALE
Min age
20 Years
Max age
35 Years
Healthy volunteers
No
Inclusion Criteria:
1. Healthy women between 20 and 35 years old.
2. If pregnant, they must be in the first trimester of pregnancy (before week 12).
3. Absence of chronic or acute pathologies that may interfere with the analysis of biomechanical variables (arthritis, vascular or metabolic problems).
4. Not having had previous foot or ankle surgeries.
Exclusion Criteria:
1. Women with multiple pregnancies (twin or multiple pregnancies increase biomechanical variations).
2. Conditions that affect gait or foot structure (arthritis, neuropathies, or other orthopedic problems).
3. History of previous foot or ankle injuries that may alter measurements.
Primary outcome measure(s)
Ankle and Foot Outcome Score — 3 times. before pregnancy, at 4 months of pregnancy and at 3 months post-pregnancy Completion of the scale before pregnancy, at 4 months of pregnancy and at 3 months post-pregnancy. The score is 0 to 100 points.
Foot Fuction Index Score — 3 times. Before pregnancy, at 4 months of pregnancy and at 3 months post-pregnancy Completion of the scale before pregnancy, at 4 months of pregnancy and at 3 months post-pregnancy. The score is 0 to 100 points.
Measurement of the length and width of the foot — 3 times. Before pregnancy, at 4 months of pregnancy and at 3 months post-pregnancy Completion of the scale before pregnancy, at 4 months of pregnancy and at 3 months post-pregnancy
This page summarises publicly available registry data for informational purposes — not medical advice. Eligibility is determined by each study team; patients should discuss participation with their clinician.
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