Motor control of body from the viewpoint of foot

Abstract

In this review, the function of foot, which can be said "a ground plate of body", was evaluated kinesiologically by dividing the foot into three parts; anterior, middle and posterior parts. The function of foot calls for mobility and immobility. The posterior part of foot operates the anterior part by way of a medtarsal joint, and plays a pivotal role in mobility and immobility of foot. The function of the posterior part of foot is influenced by tibial forms such as tibial torsion and frontal tectroium angle, and the subtalar joint links the motions of the posterior part of foot to a rotation of leg. This review indicates an integral role of foot characteristics in motions from lower extremities to whole body, and further mentions the importance of foot evaluation in understanding motor control of body.