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URL: https://dx.doi.org/10.17504/protocols.io.qp8dvrw

Authors: Jitka Marencakova, Frantisek Zahalka

Summary: The protocol describes guidelines and steps for taking repeated measurements of sportive population: postural stability, body weight distribution during quiet stance, and the foot type diagnostic. The parameters calculated from repeated measurements can be used for separate analyses: analysis of center of pressure displacement, represented by total travelled way parameter; analysis of body weight distribution and loading of the lower limbs; and foot typology. The guidelines are mostly based on recommendations of the literature, partly on our own research experiences. It is important to remain consistent during all of the measurements and follow the guidelines as they control important aspects of the measurements. Any changes of any aspects can signifficantly alter the final results. 

Associated Publications: Marencakova J, Maly T, Sugimoto D, Gryc T, Zahalka F (2018) Foot typology, body weight distribution, and postural stability of adolescent elite soccer players: A 3-year longitudinal study. PLoS ONE 13(9): e0204578. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0204578

Affiliations: Research Sport Centre, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport, Charles University, Prague, Czech Republic, Research Sport Centre, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport, Charles University, Prague, Czech Republic

External URL: https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0204578

Version: 1

Publication Date: 2018

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