Knowledge of the three dimensional shape of the human foot is important in the design of shoes to facilitate correct fit. Currently only the static shape of the foot is considered despite the fact that the foot undergoes changes in its shape, particularly in athletic pursuits, due to associated movements and loadings. Attempts, presented in research, have been made to measure dynamic foot shape. However, to date, measurements have been limited in detail as well as restricted to walking gait, as a result of the method. The work of this thesis aimed to develop a methodology that would be capable of measuring the three dimensional shape of the human foot during the stance phase of gait, in locomotion speeds associated with running.

Nowadays there is no unified method of prevention and correction of flat feet both in children in general, as well as in young athletes. The study was focused on development and justification of rehabilitation program of flat feet in young athletes of various specializations. Based on analyzed data, we formulated actuality of the above mentioned problem, studied anatomy of foot and described pathogenesis of foot deformation. 22 young athletes aged 5-6 years were recruited for the study. Questionnaire, planthography and analysis for vertical jumps with the use of force plate were applied. We developed rehabilitation program for young athletes with flat feet with the use of rough surfaces. Effectiveness of the proposed rehabilitation was confirmed during the experimental study. Guidelines and recommendations for trainers and physical therapists were developed for inclusion of this program into training process. / На сегодняшний день одной из важных проблем является отсутствие единой методики по профилактике и коррекции плоскостопия как среди детей, так и юных спортсменов. Цель исследования – разработать и обосновать программу реабилитации плоскостопия у юных спортсменов различной спортивной специализации. На основе проанализированных данных научной литературы была сформулирована актуальность проблемы, изучена анатомия стопы, описаны причины и механизм возникновения деформации. Исследование проводилось среди 22 спортсменов различной специализации в возрасте 5-6 лет с помощью опроса, плантографии и тензоплатформы. В результате исследования была разработана программа реабилитации при плоскостопии у юных спортсменов с использованием неровных поверхностей, проведен эксперимент. По результатам работы была выявлена эффективность программы реабилитации при плоскостопии. Были разработаны методические рекомендации для тренеров и специалистов в данной области по включению предлагаемой программы реабилитации в учебно-тренировочный процесс.