Publication: Shifting Paradigms in the Approach to Footstrikes, Footwear and Treatment of the Foot
Open/View Files
Date
2011
Authors
Published Version
Journal Title
Journal ISSN
Volume Title
Publisher
BioMed Central
The Harvard community has made this article openly available. Please share how this access benefits you.
Citation
Davis, Irene. 2011. Shifting paradigms in the approach to footstrikes, footwear and treatment of the foot. Journal of Foot and Ankle Research 4(Suppl 1): A3.
Research Data
Abstract
The recent rise in popularity of barefoot and minimal footwear running has led to spirited debates within the scientific, clinical and public arenas. While there are no definitive injury studies that support barefoot over shod running, there is a growing body of literature that suggests we may need to change our thinking about running mechanics, footwear and how we treat the foot. This presentation will review existing studies of the relationship between shod footstrikes, mechanics and injury. In addition, the direct effect of footwear on mechanics will be discussed. Finally, this evidence will also be used to suggest a change in our approach to common foot related pathologies. It is hoped that this presentation will be a catalyst for changing the way we view these issues.
Description
Other Available Sources
Keywords
Terms of Use
This article is made available under the terms and conditions applicable to Other Posted Material (LAA), as set forth at Terms of Service