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Case Report | Physiotherapy | Volume 15 Issue 6, June 2026 | Pages: 309 - 313 | India
Physiotherapy Management of Limbgirdle Muscular Dystrophy with Associated Flatfoot in a Young Adult Female: A Case Report
Abstract: Introduction: A 20-year-old female patient with LGMD presents with Gowers' sign, difficulty in sit to stand, Fatigue and difficulties descending stairs. Unilateral flatfoot further changed lower-limb biomechanics, resulting in poor gait, decreased balance, and more functional restrictions. This highlights the necessity for Physiotherapy that addresses both foot alignment and muscle weakness. A four-week multimodal physiotherapy program was tailored to address proximal weakness along with Foot flat. Outcome measures taken were Berg Balance Scale, North Star Ambulatory Assessment and Dynamic Gait Index. Structural foot changes were monitored via the Foot Posture Index and Navicular Drop Test, while systemic impact was measured through the Fatigue Severity Scale and PROMIS-29 profile. Outcome measures were assessed pre and post Treatment. Results: Increased Berg Balance Scale, Dynamic Gait Index, and North Star Ambulatory Assessment scores showed significant improvements in balance, gait, and functional mobility following sessions. Significant improvement in the Navicular Drop Test, Foot Posture Index, fatigue Severity Scale, and PROMIS-29 scores indicated improvements in foot posture and arch support, as well as decreased fatigue and improved health-related quality of life. Conclusion: A four-week multimodal physiotherapy treatment that included unilateral flatfoot correction with proximal strengthening enhanced biomechanical alignment, postural stability, and functional independence.
Keywords: Limb-girdle Muscular Dystrophy, Flatfoot, Growers sign, Shoe modification, Physiotherapy
How to Cite?: Dr. Latika Lokhande, Dr. Komal Gunjal, "Physiotherapy Management of Limbgirdle Muscular Dystrophy with Associated Flatfoot in a Young Adult Female: A Case Report", Volume 15 Issue 6, June 2026, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 309-313, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR26606155003, DOI: https://dx.dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR26606155003