Clinical Research Directory

Focused Shockwave Therapy for Plantar Fasciopathy

This study investigates whether focused Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (fESWT) helps people with chronic heel pain, commonly known as plantar fasciitis. Many patients suffer from this condition for more than six months without relief. The study compares two groups: one receiving fESWT treatment plus a specific exercise program, and a "wait-list" group that only performs the exercises at first. The shockwave treatment uses precise sound waves targeted at the painful area to stimulate the body's natural healing process. Researchers will measure if the treatment reduces pain and improves the patient's ability to walk and perform daily activities. Additionally, ultrasound will be used to see if the thickness of the plantar fascia (the tissue under the foot) decreases and returns to a healthier state. The goal is to confirm if fESWT provides a faster and more effective recovery than exercise alone.

Calcaneal Osteotomy for Recalcitrant Planter Fasciosis

The aim of this study is to assess the efficacy of planter displacement calcaneal osteotomy for intractable plantar fasciosis by decreasing the tension of the plantar fascia around the calcaneal attachment while keeping the plantar fascia intact.

Shockwave Therapy for Plantar Fasciitis RCT

Inflammation of the plantar fascia is known as plantar fasciitis and is commonly seen in active or overweight individuals. It can be treated via conservative or surgical therapies. Extracorporeal shockwave therapy has shown promise in the treatment of plantar fasciitis. Several studies have compared the effects of different types of extracorporeal shockwave therapy (radial and focused) with other forms of conservative treatment in patients with chronic plantar fasciitis. No study has yet compared the effect of radial vs. focused shockwave therapy on pain in this population.

HP Arize 3D Orthotics for Planar Fasciitis

Currently 77% of Americans experience foot pain, of which a large portion can be attributed to plantar fasciitis. The Arize Orthotic solution, developed in collaboration with podiatrists and leading industry experts, is a new digital solution that helps podiatrists create custom foot orthoses tailored to the patient, quickly, easily, accurately, and reliably. This pilot study will evaluate the effectiveness and clinical benefit of 3D printed foot orthotics compared to traditionally fabricated custom-made orthotics and assess compliance and patient satisfaction in patients with plantar fasciitis.

Plantar Fascitiis: Comparison of ESWT and Collagen Hydrolyzed Peptides

Patients suffering from Plantar Fasciitis were randomized into three groups: the first group underwent infiltration of Collagen Hydrolyzed Peptides, the second one underwent the ESWT treatment, the third one underwent a combination of the two treatments.

SakuraBead Used as Resorbable Embolic for Plantar Fascia Embolization

This is a prospective, single center, double arm, randomized, unmasked, First in Human study that aims to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of SakuraBead™ resorbable embolization microspheres in adult patients suffering from pain secondary to plantar fasciitis.

Plantar Fasciitis Randomized Clinical Control Trial

The primary aim of this clinical experiment is to compare, in terms of pain relief measured using the 10-cm visual analog scale (VAS) pain score (5-7), the clinical results of ultrasound-guided injection (USGI) versus anatomic topography-guided injection (ATGI) of corticosteroid for the treatment of proximal PF. Secondary aims will be to compare foot-related quality of life, as measured using the Foot Function Index (FFI)and the Bristol Foot Score (BFS), between the injection groups, and also to compare the pre-injection to late-term post-injection thickness of the plantar fascia as measured in the nested USGI group.

Medial Longitudinal Arch Support and Plantar Fascia Stretch Taping in Plantar Fasciitis

Rationale of this research is to evaluate the outcome of two widely used but biomechanically distinct techniques of Taping done for plantar fascia i.e. Fascia taping which supports the fascia, and Low dye taping which realigns with medial longitudinal arch. The significance of this study is to identify which taping technique will improve pain, ankle ROM, foot function and arch flexibility which will help clinicians in identifying the most suitable and effective taping method for the patients

This is a Study to Evaluate a Pre-confectioned Plantar Insole for the Treatment of Plantar Heel Pain

Patients affected by plantar heel pain will be asked to use a pre-confectioned plantar insole for one year. The aim of the study is to assess if the insole under study allows the patient to reach a better mobility and a faster return to the normal everyday life.

Effect of Kaltenborn vs Mulligan Mobilization With Intrinsic Foot Strengthening in Plantar Fasciitis

This study will compare the effects of Kaltenborn and Mulligan ankle mobilization techniques, combined with intrinsic foot muscle strengthening, on pain, functional status, and dorsiflexion range of motion in patients with plantar fasciitis. Eighty-two participants with chronic heel pain will be randomly allocated into two groups. Both groups will receive standard care including ultrasound therapy, stretching, and cryotherapy, while Group A will receive Kaltenborn mobilization and Group B will receive Mulligan mobilization. Pain, function, and ankle range of motion will be assessed at baseline and after three weeks of treatment.

Responsiveness And Minimal Clinically Important Difference Of Navicular Height Drop Test With Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar fasciitis is a common musculoskeletal condition characterized by heel pain and impaired foot function, often linked to abnormal foot biomechanics. The Navicular Height Drop (NHD) test is a non-invasive tool used to assess dynamic foot posture by measuring changes in the medial longitudinal arch. Evaluating the test's responsiveness and minimal clinically important difference (MCID) can help determine its clinical relevance in monitoring treatment outcomes. Study objective to evaluate the responsiveness and determine the minimal clinically important difference (MCID) of the Navicular Height Drop (NHD) test in patients with plantar fasciitis.

Ankle Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation Technique Versus Foot Core Exercise in Patients With Plantar Fascitis

Plantar fasciitis is a common cause of heel pain due to overuse or repetitive stress on the plantar fascia. Risk factors include abnormal foot structure, obesity, and poor footwear. Physiotherapy interventions like foot core exercises and ankle proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) are gaining attention for improving pain and foot function.

Dynamic Versus Static Night Splinting of Plantar Fasciitis

The investigators are trying to study that there is no difference in improvement of motion between static progressive and dynamic splinting.

Treatment of Gastrocnemius Tightness and Subsequent Chronic Plantar Fasciitis with Botulinum Toxin a

This prospective clinical cohort study will follow 40 patients who recieve botulinum toxin A treatment for proximal medial gastrocnemius tightness with subsequent Chronic Plantar Fasciitis for two years. Three injections of botulinum toxin (75IU) will be administered with intervals of three months. Participants will be followed at baseline, 3 months, 6 months, 1 year and 2 years with Patient Related Outcome Measures (PROMS) and physical test (Ergotest and ankle dorsiflexion).

Additional Effects of Dry Needling With Conventional Physical Therapy Versus Conventional Physical Therapy in Plantar Fasciitis: a Randomized Control Trial

This study is a randomized controlled trial and the purpose of this study is to determine the effects of dry needling with conventional physical therapy versus conventional physical therapy on gait parameters in plantar fasciitis: a randomized control trial.

Effects of IASTM and Kinesiotaping in Plantar Fascitis

The Objective of the study is to compare the effectiveness of Instrumental Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) and Kinesio taping for improving foot functional status and Quality of Life (QOL) in patients with Plantar Fasciitis. The study will be randomized controlled Trial including 2 experimental groups and 19 participants in each group

Effects of High Load Strength Training With and Without Tissue Specific Planter Facia Stretching With Planter Fasciitis

The rationale behind examining the synergistic impacts of high load strength training and tissues pecific plantar fascia stretching activities in athletes diagnosed with plantar fasciitis arises from an acknowledged deficiency in the existing body of scholarly research.Study design will be Randomized Control Trial. The study will be completed in 10 months after Synopsis Approval.The study will be carried in sports clubs of MOTH Mirpur AJK. Convenient Sampling will be used. Data Collection Tools will be used named as VAS, Functional foot index (FFI), and Goniometry used for Pain, functional disability and range of motion will be measured respectively before and after the intervention

"Effects of Kinesio Taping in Adjunct to Traditional Physical Therapy on Pain, Range of Motion and Gait Parameters in Patients With Plantar Fasciitis : a Randomized Controlled Trail"

THIS STUDY IS A RANDOMIZED CONTROL TRIAL AND THE PURPOSE OF THIS STUDY IS TO DETERMINE THE EFFECTS OF KINESIO TAPING ON GAIT PARAMETERS IN PATIENTS WITH PLANTAR FASCITIS

Shock Waves Therapy Combined With Leg Stretching in Patients With Plantar Fasciitis

The aim of this study is to evaluate the efficacy of a combination treatment consisting of ESWT and stretching of different muscles in the lower body compared to ESWT treatment alone in patients with plantar fasciitis.

Early Intervention With Therapeutic Exercise in Plantar Fasciopathy

The aim of this project is to evaluate the efficacy of a therapeutic exercise programme in patients with plantar fasciitis applied early and aimed at strengthening the hip and foot musculature.