The resting calcaneal stance position (RCSP): an old dog, with new tricks

Martinez-Sebastian, C; Gijon-Nogueron, G; Ramos-Petersen, L; Molina-Garcia, C; Sánchez-Gómez, R; Evans, Angela

doi:10.26181/25546720.v1

The resting calcaneal stance position (RCSP): an old dog, with new tricks

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posted on 2024-04-05, 01:24 authored by C Martinez-Sebastian, G Gijon-Nogueron, L Ramos-Petersen, C Molina-Garcia, R Sánchez-Gómez, Angela Evans

The objective of this study was to establish the accuracy of the resting calcaneal stance position (RCSP) for the assessment of flat foot (FF) in children, aligned to the validity of the foot posture index (FPI). The RCSP cut-off point was explored, in context of both FF prevalence and the relationship between FF and body weight. A total of 205 healthy children, aged 5 to 10 years, participated in a cross-sectional study. Correlation was performed between RCSP and FPI. ROC curve technique was calculated to assess differentiation between groups. A score equal to or greater than 7 on the FPI was used as the ‘gold standard’ for analysis. The correlation between FPI and RCSP was significant (r = 0.63; p < 0.01). The discrimination score on the ROC curve (6 points/degrees) shows that the model can be used to identify FF through RCSP, with a sensitivity of 67% and specificity of 85% returned. Conclusion: The results of this study indicate the role of RCSP for simple, accessible and quick screening of paediatric FF. This is especially pertinent for non-podiatric healthcare professional without specialised paediatric foot knowledge.

History

Publication Date

2024-03-01

Journal

European Journal of Pediatrics

Volume

183

Pagination

8p. (p. 1287-1294)

Publisher

Springer Nature

ISSN

0340-6199

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