Hubungan Flat Foot dengan Keseimbangan Dinamis pada Anak Sekolah Dasar di SDN 064023 Medan Tuntungan

Abstract

Flat foot, or pes planus, is a condition characterized by a decreased medial longitudinal arch that may affect lower extremity biomechanics and body balance. In school-aged children, this condition can interfere with physical activities and motor development, particularly dynamic balance during movement. This study aimed to determine the relationship between flat foot and dynamic balance among students of SDN 064023 Medan Tuntungan. Methods: This study employed an observational analytic design with a cross-sectional approach. A total of 28 children were selected using a purposive sampling technique. Flat foot was assessed using the Wet Footprint Test, while dynamic balance was measured using the Time Up and Go Test (TUGT). Data were analyzed using the Spearman Rank correlation test with a significance level of 0.05.  Most respondents had grade 1 flat foot (78.6%). Dynamic balance assessment showed that the majority of participants were in the moderate category. Spearman Rank analysis revealed a p-value of 0.000 (p<0.05) and a correlation coefficient of r = -0.738, indicating a significant and strong relationship between flat foot and dynamic balance. There is a significant relationship between flat foot and dynamic balance among students of SDN 064023 Medan Tuntungan. Higher degrees of flat foot are associated with lower dynamic balance performance.