Table 1 Comparison of plantar and cast wall step force data for each participant in the TCC and shoe-cast conditions
Average plantar force/ step (N) | Average cast wall force/step (N) | Relative cast wall load/step (%) | |
|---|---|---|---|
Participant with Diabetes (steps) | Total foot | Direct method | |
Shoe-cast (n=9) | 470±14 | 34% | |
TCC (n=63) | 446±72 | 159±13 | |
Healthy Participant (steps) | |||
Shoe-cast (n=10) | 460±27 | 23% | |
TCC (n=73) | 419±38 | 104±16 |