[Purpose] The purpose of this study was to elucidate whether insoles alter postural swayon a sideward slope rather than on level ground. [Participants and Methods] This studyinvolved 20 flat-footed individuals and 20 normal-footed individuals. The postural swaywas determined based on the total length of the locus and the body sway area, which weremeasured using the Zebris system. The participants were divided into three groups: the BMZinsoles, Superfeet insoles, and no insole groups. These insoles were worn by theparticipants with their normal shoes worn daily. [Results] The total length of the locusof the BMZ group was significantly lower than those of the Superfeet and no-insole groups.The body sway area did not significantly differ based on the insole condition.[Conclusion] BMZ insoles improve postural sway in both normal-footed and flat-footedindividuals on a sideward slope.
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