Effect of Using Medial Arch Support on Foot Pain (Plantar Fasciitis) in Pregnant Women in Salatiga
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Background: Pregnancy is a natural process, but it often causes physical and psychological discomfort. One of the problems that can occur during pregnancy is foot pain, also known as plantar fasciitis, caused by inflammation of the plantar fascia and aggravated by increased body weight. A potential intervention for this problem is the use of medial arch support, an orthotic device designed to reduce pain by stabilizing the medial longitudinal arch of the foot.
Methods: This quantitative study used a quasi-experiment with a one-group pre-test and post-test design to examine the effect of medial arch support on foot pain in pregnant women. The study was conducted in Noborejo, Salatiga. The sampling technique used is purposive sampling and involved 20 pregnant women who often complained of foot pain in the 2-3 trimesters. Pain levels were measured using the Numeric Rating Scale (NRS) before and after a two-week intervention with medial arch support.
Results: The Wilcoxon test results indicate a significant reduction in foot pain (p=0.000, p < 0.05). The average pain score before the intervention was 7.9, which decreased to 4.5 after the use of medial arch support, reflecting a pain reduction of 43%. The average difference in pain level before and after the intervention was 3.4.
Conclusion: Medial arch support significantly reduces foot pain (plantar fasciitis) in pregnant women. This intervention offers a practical solution to reduce discomfort and improve the quality of health of pregnant women. Further studies are recommended to examine its long-term benefits and optimal application of medial arch support during pregnancy.
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