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Effects Of Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization as Compared With Manual Longitudinal Friction Massage in Individuals With Plantar Fasciitis.
Sponsor: Ibadat International University, Islamabad
Summary
This Randomized Controlled Trial aims to compare the effects of instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization(IASTM) and Manual Longitudinal friction massage (MLFM) on pain, functional ability and gait in individuals with plantar fasciitis.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
19 Years - 64 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
56
Start Date
2026-06-22
Completion Date
2026-12-30
Last Updated
2026-05-29
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM)
Instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM) to the plantar fascia and intrinsic foot muscles using longitudinal and sweeping strokes from the calcaneal insertion towards the forefoot.
Manual Longitudinal Friction Massage
Manual longitudinal friction massage that will be applied manually using thumbs or fingers from the calcaneal insertion towards the forefoot.
Locations (1)
Ibadat International University Islamabad (IIUI)
Islamabad, Federal, Pakistan