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The nursing profession is highly affected by exhausting positions, namely prolonged standing and walking, which are the second work-related factor hindering foot health. In fact, the most common work-related disorders among nurses and nursing students are those related to lower limbs, particularly the foot and ankle. Such disorders, if not adequately prevented, contribute to the decrease in quality of life and high student drop-out rates. To effectively develop preventive interventions among students, namely self-care actions, it's important to assess with detail the relationship and influence that clinical settings have on foot health. According to some authors, the biomechanics of many foot disorders are still poorly understood, and more studies are needed. In this sense, the aim of this study is to understand the influence of prolonged standing and walking positions on nursing students' foot health. Moreover, what's the relationship between the podiatric profile (regional force and pressure exerted on the foot) and related signs and symptoms.

Foot Diseases

Ankle Disorders Injuries

Inclusion Criteria: * A nursing student enrolled in a learning acute clinical setting (e.g., hospitals). * No diagnosed chronic systematic diseases (e.g., rheumatoid arthritis). * No diagnosed metabolic disorders (e.g., diabetes). * No visible lower limb swelling. * No venous or lymphatic insufficiency. * Voluntary written consent. Exclusion Criteria: * Presence of contraindications for baropodometric-related measurements; * No consent to take part in the study. * History of orthopaedic, neurological, and/or musculoskeletal problems likely to affect gait.