Effectiveness of Short-Foot Exercises on Q-Angle and Pain in Individuals with Plantar Fasciitis

Roshani Patil, Dr. Nalini Kumar, Rutuja Kakade

Abstract: Plantar fasciitis is a common cause of plantar heel pain and may be associated with altered foot and lower-limb mechanics.11,15,16 Short-foot exercises activate the intrinsic foot muscles and may improve foot control. This study evaluated the effect of a 6-week short-foot exercise programme on pain and Q-angle in 50 individuals with plantar fasciitis. Pain was assessed using the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS), while Q-angle was measured with a universal goniometer. Foot Function Index (FFI) and Foot and Ankle Ability Measure (FAAM) scores were also recorded descriptively. Mean VAS decreased from 7.72 ± 0.67 to 2.98 ± 0.74, with a mean change of -4.74 (95% CI -5.002 to -4.478; p

Keywords: Plantar fasciitis; Short-foot exercise; Q-angle; Pain; Physiotherapy

How to Cite?: Roshani Patil, Dr. Nalini Kumar, Rutuja Kakade, "Effectiveness of Short-Foot Exercises on Q-Angle and Pain in Individuals with Plantar Fasciitis", Volume 15 Issue 9, September 2026, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 347-350, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR26904151138, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR26904151138

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