Evaluación baropodometrica en detección de desequilibrios musculoesqueléticos de miembros inferiores en niños de 5 a 11 años de la Unidad Educativa Bilingüe International School.

Abstract

Baropodometry is used to detect musculoskeletal abnormalities, especially in children. While some primary abnormalities can be observed visually, a more thorough examination often requires video recording of gait or even the use of a gait analysis laboratory to identify anomalies at each stage of gait and analyze any alterations observed in each joint. Objective: To determine musculoskeletal imbalances in the lower limbs of children using Baropodometry. Methodology: A non-experimental, cross-sectional design with a quantitative approach and descriptive scope, involving a sample of 173 schoolchildren. Instruments: Clinical history, Baropodometer, stadiometer, and scale. Results: The assessment revealed that females had a 53% prevalence of cavus foot, while males had 51%. Furthermore, lower limb alterations, based on the selected primary school students, initially indicated cavus foot in 53% of cases, followed by knee valgus in 13%, cavus/valgus foot in 11%, normal arch and flat foot, both at 9%, and finally, coxa valga and flat/pronated foot, both at 3%. Conclusion: There is a significant increase in cavus foot, primarily due to muscular deficits, and it is associated with various factors, including footwear, weight, posture, and backpacks that are not suitable for schoolchildren.