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What is a normal foot arch after 65? a study aims to find out

NCT ID NCT05595902

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Istanbul Medeniyet University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 30, 2026 · Last updated Jul 31, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study measures the height of the foot arch and how much it flattens when standing in adults aged 65 and older. Researchers want to establish typical values and see whether age, gender, or body weight influence these measurements. The goal is to create a reference for identifying abnormal foot structure in older adults.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If successful, this could establish standard foot-arch measurements for older adults, helping clinicians better assess foot health and fall risk.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study with no intervention, so it cannot test treatments. Results may not apply to people with foot conditions or chronic diseases.

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Study facts

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Participants

100 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Apr 2023

Finished

Aug 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Who is studied

Healthy older adults

Ages

65 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Being 65 years or older * Having a body mass index between 18.5 and 29.0 kg/m2 Exclusion Criteria: * Having chronic diseases that affect the foot structure and connective tissue (such as diabetes mellitus, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, etc.). * Have had foot or ankle surgery in the last 6 months * Having orthopedic or neurological deformities (related to stroke, Parkinson's, multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury, etc.) that will affect the foot structure and mobility. * Dependence on standing and ambulation (except independence gained through the use of assistive devices)

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Nilüfer Kablan

    Kadıköy, Istanbul, 34000, Turkey (Türkiye)

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