Relationship between Foot Disorder, Disability, and Fitness Among Older People with Low Back Pain: A Scoping Review

Nur Liyana Nadiah Khairudin; Zarina  Zahari; Maria Justine; Meiza Anniza

Relationship between Foot Disorder, Disability, and Fitness Among Older People with Low Back Pain: A Scoping Review

Authors

Nur Liyana Nadiah Khairudin Centre for Physiotherapy Studies, Faculty of Health Sciences, Universiti Teknologi MARA, 42300 Puncak Alam, Selangor, Malaysia
Zarina Zahari Centre for Physiotherapy Studies, Faculty of Health Sciences. Universiti Teknologi MARA, 42300 Puncak Alam. Selangor, Malaysia
Maria Justine Centre for Physiotherapy Studies, Faculty of Health Sciences, Universiti Teknologi MARA, 42300 Puncak Alam, Selangor, Malaysia
Meiza Anniza Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, Universitas Pembangunan Nasional Veteran Jakarta, 12450, Jakarta, Indonesia

Abstract

Abstract

Foot conditions and low back pain (LBP) are common contributors to mobility decline in older people. This scoping review examined how foot disorders, physical fitness, and disability relate to LBP in later life. From 1272 records, 12 studies met the inclusion criteria. Foot problems, including deformities, weak toe flexors, and unsuitable footwear, were consistently linked to poorer balance and reduced mobility, while studies on LBP alone showed similar patterns of functional decline. However, none of the included studies directly evaluated foot disorders and LBP together, revealing a significant gap that warrants further investigation

Keywords: low back pain; disability; physical fitness; foot disorder

Published

2025-12-30

How to Cite

Khairudin, N. L. N., Zahari, Z., Justine, M., & Anniza, M. (2025). Relationship between Foot Disorder, Disability, and Fitness Among Older People with Low Back Pain: A Scoping Review . Environment-Behaviour Proceedings Journal, 11(35). Retrieved from https://ebpj.e-iph.co.uk/index.php/EBProceedings/article/view/7526