Kirkuk Journal of Science

Kirkuk Journal of Science

FOOT PRINTS Comparison between Urban and Rural Young Females

Document Type : Research Paper

Authors
1 Nursing college, University Mosul
2 Nursing college, University Mosu
Abstract
Footprint in standing position were taken for 100 young females, 50 were from urban area and other 50 from rural area. The heel index and lateral deviation of big toe were measured. Footprint is simple test that can be done easily by medical or nursing staff. There is significant statistical difference between the two groups. This might be explained different life style and shoe wearing in the two communities. Flat foot and hallux valgus is less in young female in rural Iraqi community. The rural style of life in our community reduce the possibility of acquiring flat foot and hallux valgus.
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Volume 1, Issue 1
Spring 2006
Page 1-6

  • Receive Date 01 June 2006
  • Revise Date 20 June 2006
  • Accept Date 25 June 2006