Running and Walking Foot Loading in Children Aged 4-10 Years.

Although previous reports have provided normative plantar pressure data for walking in children, evaluation during running is lacking. This study aimed to compare foot loading patterns during running and walking in children aged 4-10 years. Furthermore, the relationship between running baropodometric parameters and anthropometric measures was investigated.

Plantar pressure distribution during running in early childhood.

Introduction: Plantar loads represent a reliable estimation of the mechanical efficiency of movement. The aim of this study was to describe and compare plantar pressure measures during running in children 4-6 years of age.

Methods: Twenty-eight children were divided into three groups (4, 5 6 year-olds).

Childhood obesity is associated with altered plantar pressure distribution during running.

Background: Obesity is associated with higher foot loading during walking. The impact of this condition on running, however, has yet to be elucidated.

Research Question: The purpose of this study was to examine the association between childhood obesity and plantar pressure distribution during running.