The Effect of Strengthening Ball Roll Exercise on the Static Balance and Flexibility in Children with Flatfoot at 4-6 Years

Flatfoot is a condition in which part or all of the soles feet do not form an arch (longitudinal arch) as normal so that appear flat and touch ground. This makes function shock absorbers support for body weight during activities, cannot work properly. greatly affects development components, including flexibility balance. Flexibility balance are needed when person active, especially at age 2-6 years golden determining future growth development. Pathology weak extrinsic muscles foot midtarsal joint unstable looks pronated, besides there tension ligaments foot. Measurements wet footprint test, Clarke’s angle, Knee to Wall Test, stork stand test. Strengthening ball roll exercises increased muscle strength, application rolling can relax experiencing tension.
 Keywords: Flat Foot, Flexibility, Static Balance, Ball Roll Exercise