Alterations in the Quality of Life in Older People With Foot Problems: A Retrospective Case-Control Study

Abstract

Foot pathologies among older people have increased considerably, especially as life expectancy has increased, becoming a common reason for podiatric and medical foot care. The purpose of this investigation was to determine the variances in the quality of life (QoL) linked to overall foot health in older population with presence or absence of foot problems. Older people with foot problems such as hallux abducto valgus, pes planus, metatarsalgias, keratotic disorders, heel pain, toenail deformities, deformed toes, Morton neuroma, and cavus foot present a negative influence linked to QoL and to overall foot health, which seems to be marked with the aging process and the presence of alterations on the foot in the older population.