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Compares treatment options for Plantar Fascitis
Official title Additional Effects of Dry Needling With Conventional Physical Therapy Versus Conventional Physical Therapy in Plantar Fasciitis: a Randomized Control Trial
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06706531
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- 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.
- 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 18 to 35
You may be able to join if
- Age 40-60 years
- Both genders
- Plantar heel pain for longer than 3 months
- Pain score at least or less than 8 on the numeric pain (NPRS)
- Clinical diagnosis of unilateral PF in accordance with the clinical practice guidelines from the Orthopaedic Section of the American Physical Therapy...
You likely can't join if
- Positive ankle drawer tests
- Pregnant womwn, mental illness, immune suppressed patients, thrombocytopenia, anti-coagulant therapy patients and post-mastectomy
- Congenital abnormalities of foot
- A history of surgery to the ankle, foot or lower leg
- Other causes of heel pain (including tarsal tunnel syndrome, calcaneal fracture, ankle or foot instability, arthritis of the foot or ankle...
- Presented with 2 or more positive neurologic signs consistent with nerve root compression
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age 40-60 years
- Both genders
- Plantar heel pain for longer than 3 months
- Pain score at least or less than 8 on the numeric pain (NPRS)
- Clinical diagnosis of unilateral PF in accordance with the clinical practice guidelines from the Orthopaedic Section of the American Physical Therapy Association APTA:
- Plantar medial heel pain: most noticeable with initial steps after a period of inactivity but also worse following prolonged weight bearing
- Heel pain precipitated by a recent increase in weight bearing activity
- Pain with palpation of the proximal insertion of the plantar fascia
- Positive windlass test
- Negative tarsal tunnel tests
- Limited active and passive talocrural joint dorsiflexion range of motion
- Abnormal foot posture index score
- High body mass index in nonathletic individuals
- Positive ankle drawer tests
- Pregnant womwn, mental illness, immune suppressed patients, thrombocytopenia, anti-coagulant therapy patients and post-mastectomy
- Congenital abnormalities of foot
- A history of surgery to the ankle, foot or lower leg
- Other causes of heel pain (including tarsal tunnel syndrome, calcaneal fracture, ankle or foot instability, arthritis of the foot or ankle, rheumatoid arthritis, spondyloarthropathy, gout,peripheral neuropathy )
- Presented with 2 or more positive neurologic signs consistent with nerve root compression
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, 18 years to 35 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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