The Effects of Functional Training for 24 Weeks on Knee Joint Structure and Ankle Spacing of Young People during Angular Deformity Growth Period

The purpose of this study was to compare the effects of functional training for 24 weeks on knee joint structure and ankle spacing of young people during angular deformity growth period. Subjects were 20 who have the valgus level II(inter malleolus distance = 2.5~5.0 cm). Data were analyzed using repeated measures ANOVA. As a results, after 24 weeks, the first improvement of ankle spacing was significant. Second, improvement of the heel bone(calcaneus) was significant. The third, improvement of lower ankle was significant. In conclusion, the exercise of strength of lower extremity and flexibility etc. effects positively on improvement of genu valgus.