Condition Postural Dysfunction Benchmarked

Flat Feet (Pes Planus)

Collapsed medial arch with excessive pronation during stance and gait. Driven by tibialis posterior weakness, intrinsic foot muscle atrophy, and proximal hip rotation deficits that cascade distally.

Clinical note: Flexible flat foot responds to strengthening. Rigid flat foot is structural and managed, not corrected. Orthotics may be appropriate as a bridge while strength develops.
6
ROM Tests
4
Corrective Priorities
4
Risk Factors
3
Red Flags

Key ROM Tests

1 Arch Height Index
2 Ankle Dorsiflexion
3 Hip Internal Rotation
4 Foot Tripod
5 Single Leg Balance
6 Gait Analysis

Risk Factors Assessed

Arch Height Index
Ankle Dorsiflexion
Hip Internal Rotation
Foot Tripod

Measuring Progress

Progress varies from person to person, so this protocol promises no date. Each block ends with a re-test of the key assessments, set side by side with your baseline. The numbers show where you are and set the next block.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is flat feet (pes planus) worked on with exercise?
The assessment finds the driver first. The protocol then orders 4 prioritized corrective interventions and screens for red flags that require medical referral. Progress varies from person to person, so each block ends with a re-test to see where you are.
What assessments are done for flat feet (pes planus)?
The protocol assesses Arch Height Index, Ankle Dorsiflexion, Hip Internal Rotation, Foot Tripod. Each test identifies the specific driver of the condition, guiding the corrective sequence.
Is flat feet (pes planus) the same for everyone?
No. The assessment differentiates structural from functional causes and identifies the individual's primary driver. The corrective plan is ordered by priority, with the highest-leverage corrections addressed first.
How do I get started with the Flat Feet (Pes Planus) protocol?
Apply for an assessment through AKMI. Your coach will run the Flat Feet (Pes Planus) protocol as part of your initial structural evaluation, then build a personalized corrective plan based on the findings.

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Protocol Details

Category
Condition
Subcategory
Postural Dysfunction
ROM Tests
6
Corrective Targets
4
Benchmarked
Yes
Red Flag Screens
3
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