Does neuromuscular electrostimulation have the potential to increase intrinsic foot muscle strength?

This study investigated neuromuscular electrostimulation as a prevention and rehabilitation strategy. The results indicate that, compared to minimally shod running, the effects of electrostimulation on healthy participants might be too small to be detected. Further, the results provide evidence that the static navicular drop test is not sensitive enough to indicate intrinsic foot muscle strength. This appears clinically relevant, as this test is often used by therapists to evaluate patients' longitudinal arch function.