Bridging the Gap: Normative data and Reliable Methods for Arch Height Index Measurement – A Systematic

Abstract

The Arch Height Index Measurement System (AHIMS) represents a standardized and more objective methodology for quantifying the height of the medial longitudinal arch (MLA) through the utilization of quantifiable anthropometric variables, such as dorsum height and truncated foot length. This systematic review aims to rigorously evaluate the existing body of literature pertaining to the reliability, validity, and technological advancements associated with the AHIMS. A systematic and exhaustive search strategy was diligently executed, employing prominent academic databases, including Google Scholar, Scopus, and PubMed, utilizing a series of targeted keywords that encompass the following terminologies: arch height index, normative values of AHI, arch height measurement techniques, anthropometric measurement systems, digital photographic measurement for foot arch, automatic arch measurement methods, arch index in biomechanics, and foot arch classification methods. The primary objectives of this systematic review were to assess the reliability and validity of the Arch Height indices and measurement techniques across diverse populations and assessment methodologies. The conclusions drawn from this review substantiate the reliability of the arch height measurement system and its extensive applicability in both clinical practice and research contexts