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Relationship Between Central Sensitization and Clinical Features in Plantar Fasciitis
Sponsor: Sultan Abdulhamid Han Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
Summary
Plantar fasciitis is a common cause of heel pain and is traditionally considered a mechanical musculoskeletal disorder. Recent evidence suggests that central sensitization may also contribute to pain in individuals with plantar fasciitis. This study aims to investigate the relationships between neurophysiological variables (pressure pain threshold, central sensitization, and pain intensity), psychological factors (pain catastrophizing, kinesiophobia, anxiety, and depression), ultrasonographic findings (plantar fascia thickness), and functional outcomes (foot function and quality of life) in patients with plantar fasciitis.
Official title: IInvestigation of the Relationship Between Central Sensitization and Clinical, Functional, and Ultrasonographic Parameters In Plantar Fasciitis
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 65 Years
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
128
Start Date
2026-04-07
Completion Date
2026-09-20
Last Updated
2026-06-11
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
Pressure Pain Threshold Assessment
Pressure pain threshold measurements will be performed using a pressure algometer to assess pain sensitivity.
Ultrasonographic Assessment
Ultrasonographic evaluation will be performed to measure plantar fascia thickness and assess plantar fascia morphology.
Locations (1)
Sultan Abdulhamid Han Training and Research Hospital
Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)