Effect of heel lift insertion on gait function in a patient with total hip arthroplasty with patient-perceived leg length difference: a case report.
J Phys Ther Sci
; 36(2): 81-86, 2024 Feb.
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[Purpose] The effect of heel lift insertion on gait in patients who have undergone total hip arthroplasty (THA) with patient-perceived leg length difference is seldom referenced in the literature. We used an AB design to investigate the alterations of gait function before and after inserting a heel lift on the non-operative side. [Participant and Methods] The participant had a patient-perceived leg length difference after THA and presented with gait disturbance. The survey phase was 10 days (phase A normal physiotherapy for five days, and phase B normal physiotherapy and heel lift insertion for another five days) from the 17th day following THA. The ambulatory task was conducted at a self-determined, comfortable pace and objectively assessed using an inertial sensor. [Results] The insertion of a heel lift partially improved the gait symmetry and the ratio of lumbar acceleration in three directions; it also corrected the patient-perceived leg length difference. [Conclusion] An investigation was carried out to examine the impact of a heel lift on gait in a single case of THA with patient-reported leg length difference. The application of a heel lift may enhance the relationship between the patient-perceived leg length difference, gait symmetry, and the ratio of lumbar acceleration in three dimensions.
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