2. Methods
2.1. Subjects
Eighty-three children between 8 and 15 years of age were recruited into this ethically approved study, over a period of 18 months (ref: OxREC 12/SC/0334). Informed assent from participants and consent from parents was obtained. Inclusion criteria were to either have a neutral or flat foot posture and to not be using any foot or ankle orthoses. Exclusion criteria were any previous lower limb surgery, any coexistent musculoskeletal pathology or behavioural problems. Children were recruited from
the paediatric orthopaedic clinic, orthotic clinic and from the community. Demographic and physical examination data is provided in Appendix 1.