Journal of the Ergonomics Society of Korea (대한인간공학회지)

Ergonomics Society of Korea (대한인간공학회)
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A Study on Left and Right Shape and Deformation of Feet of Korean Adults

한국 성인 발 형태의 좌우 및 변형 연구

  • 임현균 (한국표준과학연구원 인간정보그룹) ;
  • 박수찬 (한국표준과학연구원 인간정보그룹) ;
  • 최경주 (충남대학교 기계설계공학과) ;
  • 김진호 (공주대학교 산업공학과) ;
  • 박세진 (한국표준과학연구원 인간정보그룹)
  • Received : 2001.02.13
  • Accepted : 2001.05.04
  • Published : 2001.04.30
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Abstract

An analysis of anthropometric data of feet of Korean adults was made in this study. Anthropometric data were measured with the direct measurement method and indirect measurement method. Martin scales and a tapeline were used for direct measurement. Digital images taken with a digital camera as an indirect measurement method were analyzed using AutoCAD program. Total 114 adults aged from 20's to 40's participated in this study. Especially right and left feet were measured. Right and left side were compared and differences according to age were compared too. Feet shape, arch height, and deformation of toe were analyzed. The comparison between right and left foot showed that many subjects had different anthropometric data in their feet. Feet deformation including arch height and claw toe shape showed very serious status. Close and continuous attention to feet deformation is strongly needed.

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Supported by : 한국표준과학연구원