Biomimetic shoes use in a child with epidermolysis bullosa: Case report

Author:

Okai-Nobrega Liria A1,S Tossato Patricia2,RE Rezende Ana Carolina1,A Magno Jeanine3,CS Couto Paz Clarissa4,P Lage Ana Paula5,R Camargos Ana Cristina6

Affiliation:

1. Anamê Science and Technology in Child Health Products, Belo Horizonte, Brazil, Physical Therapy Departament, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Belo Horizonte, Brazil

2. SOS-EB Kids, New York, USA

3. Pediatry Department, Universidade Regional de Blumenau, Blumenau, Brazil

4. Physical Therapy Course, Universidade de Brasília, Brasília, Brazil

5. Anamê Science and Technology in Child Health Products, Belo Horizonte, Brazil

6. Physical Therapy Departament, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Belo Horizonte, Brazil, Graduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, School of Physical Education, Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil

Abstract

Introduction: Epidermolysis bullosa (EB) is a rare disease with skin fragility that develops blisters with a minimum trauma. Feet blisters are a challenge to develop walking milestone. Shoes are the primary interface between the body and the ground, protecting feet and affecting how ground reaction forces are applied to the foot and transferred to the entire body. The effect of shoes on children’s gait is poorly understood, especially in children with EB. The selection of appropriate footwear may help reduce blisters and improve foot function in EB. Case Report: This case report investigated the use of Biomimetic Shoe over EB’s child gait. We tested a commercially available shoe for toddlers that used sand as a model to develop its midsole. As a nature-inspired design, this shoe claims to respect the morphology of the toddler’s feet and provide better conditions for foot development. Conclusion: Offering walking experiences similar to barefoot conditions improved the child walking pattern, empowering the child to stay mobile and allowing the foot to function as it would naturally.

Publisher

Edorium Journals Pvt. Ltd.

Subject

General Medicine

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