LAXIPED Project

Title LAXIPED: Clinical validation of a new device for assessing forefoot instability and its impact on Hallux Valgus treatment
Dates 01.03.2025 - 31.08.2026
Principal investigator Stéphane Armand (Université de Genève, Switzerland)
Other investigators Spyridon Schoinas (Université de Genève, Switzerland), Quentin Praz (Université de Genève, Switzerland)
Institutional collaborations HEPIA (Human Engineering laboratory), HUG (B-Lab), Centre ASSAL
Funding Innosuisse 123.305 IP-LS
Keywords Foot, biomechanics, measuring device, scoring system, hallux valgus
Website LaxiPed
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Abstract
Hallux valgus affects 1 in 3 people, often needing surgery. This condition is related to forefoot instability, which is challenging to assess accurately. This project will clinically validate a new device for precise evaluation of this instability, aiding surgeons' decisions.