Comparison of Radiological Parameters to Predict the Adult Acquired Flatfoot Deformity (AAFD) in Indian population: A Retrospective Study

SUMMARY Background. The purpose of the study was to describe the most sensitive and specif­ic radiological parameter to diagnose symptomatic adult acquired flatfeet deformity (AAFD) with weight bearing radiographs in Indian population. Methods. A retrospective study was conducted in which 50 consecutive patients with 100 flat feet were included at department of orthopedics from August … Continued

Cross-Cultural Adaptation, Validity and Reliability Study of the Italian Version of the Back Pain Functional Scale

SUMMARY Introduction. The Back Pain Functional Scale is a scale to assess disability in Low Back Pain patients. The purpose of this study was to translate, culturally adapt and validate the BPFS from the original English language into Italian. Materials and methods. Translation and cultural adaptation have been performed following international guidelines. 170 italian-speaking subjects … Continued