Assessment of foot type and comparison of anthropometric foot dimension between foot types of Indian population: A pilot study

Background: Human foot morphology is essential for enhancing the fit and comfort of foot-related products in fields like orthopedics, orthotic design, and sports sciences. Objectives: This study aims to collect foot anthropometric dimensions, categorize foot types, and compare these dimensions among the Indian population. Materials and Methods: A total of 162 male volunteers (average age: 28.20 ± 12.95 years, height: 165.62 ± 6.27 cm, weight: 63.33 ± 6.70 kg) participated. Measurements were taken using a 3D foot scanner, and data analysis was performed using SPSS version 26. Results: The study found that 53.08% of participants had the Egyptian foot type, followed by 46.91% with the square foot type. Square foot measurements were generally higher than Egyptian feet, except for foot arch height. Significant differences (p