Material, Subjective and Biomechanical Evaluation of Endurance Insoles

Summary

This study aims to compare two different shoe insole technologies in an uphill treadmill walking task. The goal of this research is to test these two insoles against each other to see which one performs better in terms of comfort, how pressure is spread across the foot, and how tired participants feel after walking. The study involves male participants walking on a treadmill while wearing shoes with either a standard or prototype insole. Researchers will measure foot pressure and ask participants about their comfort and fatigue levels. The results will help industry partner Dr. Scholls understand how well their new insole technology works compared to traditional insoles.

Eligibility

Currently recruiting participants: Yes

Eligible ages: 18 to 60

Accepts healthy participants: Yes

Inclusion criteria:

To participate in this research:
You need to be between 18 and 60 years old.
You should have been free from injuries for the past 6 months.
You need to be physically active and walk regularly
Your shoe size must be either US men's 9, 10, or 11, or US Women's 8, 9, or 10
You will need to complete a basic physical activity readiness questionnaire (called a PAR-Q) to make sure you are healthy and okay to participate.

Exclusion criteria:

You are not eligible to participate in this research if:
You are younger than 18 or older than 60.
You have had an injury in the last 6 months.
You have certain health conditions that could make walking difficult or unsafe (like heart problems, breathing issues, or muscle/bone injuries).
Your shoe size is not US men's 9, 10, or 11, or US Women's 8, 9, or 10

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Additional information

Contact information

Ashna Ghanbari Phone: 587 889 0904 Email: ashna.ghanbari@ucalgary.ca

Principal investigator:

Benno Maurus Nigg

Clinical trial:

No

REB-ID:

REB25-1370