Analysis of the effects of arthrodesis of the hallux metatarsophalangeal joint on gait cycle: results of a GAITRite® treadmill test

Impact of plantar fasciitis on postural control and walking in young middle-aged adults

“…In fact, changes in walking speed caused a variation on gait parameters; for example, there is more variability in the walking pattern a faster speed, leading to an increased risk of falling [40]. These results were illustrated in neurological diseases like Parkinson's [41] and other orthopaedic clinical conditions [42]. On the other hand, it has been reported that foot posture has an impact on plantar pressure, much like flat feet have a higher pressure peak on the medial aspect of the foot and cavus feet have a pressure peak more on the lateral column of the foot [43].…”

Foot pain from exercise: Diagnosis and treatment

“…In the author's experience, patients are often concerned about losing range of motion of the fused joint(s), but clinical studies demonstrate a near-normal gait following fusion of the first metatarsophalangeal joint, with less pain and increased walking distance. 25 An arthrodesis to the mid-foot is still a reliable procedure, although it has a higher complication rate compared with forefoot procedures. 26…”