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Relationships between flexion strength and dexterity of the toes and physical performance.
- Source :
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Journal of back and musculoskeletal rehabilitation [J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil] 2024; Vol. 37 (4), pp. 1015-1021. - Publication Year :
- 2024
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Abstract
- Background: Toe function is characterised by the strength and dexterity of toe motion. However, previous studies have mostly focused on the importance of toe strength.<br />Objective: This study aimed to investigate the relationships between flexion strength and dexterity of the toes and physical performance.<br />Methods: Twenty healthy participants were included in this study. The flexion force of each toe was measured using a digital force gauge, and the toe dexterity was evaluated using the marble pick-up and rock-paper-scissors tests. These parameters were statistically analysed in relation to physical performance, including repeated side step and balance ability, which was evaluated using centre of pressure (COP) data during single-leg standing, tiptoe standing, and single-leg drop-jumping.<br />Results: A significant correlation was found between the first toe flexion force and the total trajectory length of the COP during one-leg standing and between the time required for marble pick-up and the rock-paper-scissors score and the COP during single-leg drop-jumping.<br />Conclusion: The results underscore the importance of flexion strength and dexterity of the toes in human physical performance and the necessity for the evaluation and improvement of both functions.
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 1878-6324
- Volume :
- 37
- Issue :
- 4
- Database :
- MEDLINE
- Journal :
- Journal of back and musculoskeletal rehabilitation
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 38217580
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.3233/BMR-230263