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New treatment option for Plantar Fascitis
Official title Effects of IASTM and Kinesiotaping in Plantar Fascitis
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06686706
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- 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
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 20 to 40
You may be able to join if
- Both genders
- Age Range of 20-40 years
- Standing \> 8 hours a day
- Positive Windlass test
- Patients who experience pain on medial tuberosity of the calcaneus on palpation.
You likely can't join if
- History of ankle or foot surgery
- Patients with inflammatory conditions like cancer, rheumatoid arthritis, ankle and foot bursitis.
- Foot related complications after fracture
- Patients receiving corticosteroid injections
See the full eligibility criteria
- Both genders
- Age Range of 20-40 years
- Standing \> 8 hours a day
- Positive Windlass test
- Patients who experience pain on medial tuberosity of the calcaneus on palpation.
- Pain during the initial steps that lessened after a few steps but aggravated by increased activity
- History of ankle or foot surgery
- Patients with inflammatory conditions like cancer, rheumatoid arthritis, ankle and foot bursitis.
- Foot related complications after fracture
- Patients receiving corticosteroid injections
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Rawalpindi, Punjab Province, Pakistan
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 20 years to 40 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Rawalpindi, Punjab Province, Pakistan. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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