Avaliação das Pressões Plantares em Corredores pela Podobarometria: uma revisão de escopo

Project Title: Evaluation of Plantar Pressure in Runners via Podobarometry: A Scoping Review ProtocolPurpose and Rationale Running is a globally popular physical activity, yet it is associated with high injury rates, affecting between 37% and 56% of recreational runners. Podobarometry is a critical tool for understanding these injury mechanisms as it quantitatively measures plantar pressure distribution during dynamic activities. Despite its importance, the current literature exhibits significant methodological heterogeneity regarding equipment, evaluation conditions, and measured variables, which complicates the synthesis of clinical knowledge. Therefore, the primary purpose of this research is to map the extent and nature of existing evidence on plantar pressure evaluation in runners to clarify the "state of the art" and identify knowledge gaps.Research Overview This study follows the Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) methodology and the PRISMA-ScR framework to ensure a rigorous evidence synthesis. The project utilizes a Population, Concept, and Context (PCC) framework: the population consists of adult runners of all performance levels; the concept is the quantitative evaluation of plantar pressure; and the context includes any clinical or laboratory setting where running is evaluated. A systematic search will be conducted across nine electronic databases, including MEDLINE, EMBASE, and SPORTDiscus. Two independent reviewers will perform the selection process in two phases—screening titles/abstracts and reviewing full texts—ensuring high methodological quality through the Cohen’s Kappa coefficient.Expected Outcomes The research expects to provide a detailed mapping of the instruments and protocols currently utilized in the field. Key outcomes include the characterization of measured parameters—such as peak pressure, contact area, and center of pressure (CoP) trajectory—and the identification of associations between these patterns and specific musculoskeletal injuries. Additionally, the review will map how interventions such as footwear, insoles, and training affect pressure distribution. The final results will be presented through narrative synthesis and evidence maps, highlighting critical gaps that will guide future primary studies and systematic reviews