Can the shape of your foot arch predict your balance?

NCT ID NCT07764393

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Istinye University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Aug 13, 2026 · Last updated Aug 14, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This observational study looks at how different foot arch heights—flat, high, or normal—affect leg muscle tone, strength, and balance in healthy young adults aged 18 to 25. Participants are grouped by arch type and undergo tests for static and dynamic balance, muscle tone, and strength. The goal is to see if foot posture influences stability and movement, which could help improve injury prevention and rehabilitation strategies.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Arch Height Index (diagnostic assessment)
What this could lead to: If differences are found, it could lead to better screening and tailored exercise or shoe recommendations for people with flat or high arches to improve balance and prevent injuries.
What could go wrong: This is a small observational study, so it can only show associations, not cause and effect. Results may not apply to older adults or people with foot problems.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

flatfoot Talipes Cavus

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

BALANCE ASSESSMENT DYNAMIC BALANCE MUSCLE STRENGTH MUSCLE TONE PES CAVUS PES PLANUS STATIC BALANCE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Fizyoterapi ve Rehabilitasyon Uygulama ve Araştırma Merkezi (İSÜFİZYOTEM).

Istanbul, Zeytinburnu, 34010, Turkey (Türkiye)

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