Core workouts may fix flat feet, study finds
NCT ID NCT06567509
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at whether core stability exercises (like planks and bridges) can help adults with flexible flat feet. 85 people aged 18-30 took part, doing either core exercises or standard foot exercises. Researchers measured foot posture, function, and leg alignment before and after treatment. The goal is to find a better way to correct foot arch problems without surgery.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- core stability exercises
- What this could lead to
- If effective, core stability exercises could become a simple, non-invasive way to improve foot arch and alignment in people with flexible flat feet.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed study with 85 participants. The results may not apply to everyone, and the exercises require consistent effort without guaranteed improvement.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Department of Physical Rehabilitation Sciences / Kulliyah of Allied Health Sciences / International Islamic university of Malaysia
Kuantan, Pahang, 25200, Malaysia
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