Foot Tripod Assessment (Weighted)
Setup
Client standing barefoot on firm surface. Weight distributed naturally. Camera positioned directly in front at ground level (or 45 degrees) at 1.5 m. Coach observes from the front and then from behind.
Cueing
Step 1: 'Stand naturally. I am going to observe your feet.' Step 2: Check 3 contact points on each foot: (A) center of calcaneus, (B) base of 1st metatarsal head, (C) base of 5th metatarsal head. Step 3: Rate ground contact quality: 5 = all 3 points firmly loaded, arch maintained. 4 = one point light. 3 = pronation or supination visible but mild. 2 = significant collapse or weight shift. 1 = unable to maintain. Step 4: Test single-leg: does the tripod hold under unilateral load?
Measurement
Scale 1-5 per foot. Record LEFT and RIGHT. Also note pattern: optimal / pronated / supinated / varus / valgus.
Modality
FAQ
What muscles does Foot Tripod Assessment (Weighted) work?
Foot Tripod Assessment (Weighted) primarily targets the Foot. It is classified as a professional-level assessment test.
How do you perform Foot Tripod Assessment (Weighted) correctly?
Client standing barefoot on firm surface. Weight distributed naturally. Camera positioned directly in front at ground level (or 45 degrees) at 1.5 m. Coach observes from the front and then from behind. Step 1: 'Stand naturally. I am going to observe your feet.' Step 2: Check 3 contact points on each foot: (A) center of calcaneus, (B) base of 1st metatarsal head, (C) base of 5th metatarsal head. Step 3: Rate ground contact quality: 5 = all 3 points firmly loaded, arch maintained. 4 = one point light. 3 = pronation or supination visible but mild. 2 = significant collapse or weight shift. 1 = unable to maintain. Step 4: Test single-leg: does the tripod hold under unilateral load?
What equipment is needed for Foot Tripod Assessment (Weighted)?
Foot Tripod Assessment (Weighted) requires Assessment Kit. It is categorized as a Pattern Analysis assessment test.
Related Exercises
Arch Height Index
Big Toe Extension Assessment
Calcaneal Inversion Observation
Dynamic Foot Tripod Assessment (Gait)
Early Foot Supination Assessment
Foot & Ankle Pattern Observation (Unloaded Rearfoot)
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