Ankle mobility exercises and heel drop training for plantar fasciitis
Comparative Effects Of 3-D Ankle Mobility Exercises And Eccentric Heel Drop Training In Female Athletes With Planter Fasciitis
This study tests if special ankle exercises and heel drop training can help young athletes with chronic heel pain from plantar fasciitis feel better and move more easily.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 26 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 35 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Riphah International University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Lahore, Punjab) |
| Trial ID | NCT06142123 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effects of 3-D ankle mobility exercises and eccentric heel drop training on individuals suffering from plantar fasciitis, a common cause of heel pain. The approach includes specific exercises designed to improve ankle mobility and strength, targeting athletes aged 18 to 35 who have experienced chronic plantar fasciitis for over three months. Participants will engage in a structured exercise regimen aimed at alleviating pain and improving function. The study aims to assess the effectiveness of these interventions in reducing symptoms and enhancing mobility.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are female athletes aged 18 to 35 with a clinical diagnosis of chronic plantar fasciitis lasting more than three months.
Not a fit: Patients with chronic pain syndromes, peripheral vascular disease, or those who have had recent surgeries related to the plantar fascia may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide a non-invasive treatment option for athletes suffering from plantar fasciitis, improving their quality of life and athletic performance.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown positive outcomes with similar exercise interventions for plantar fasciitis, suggesting that this approach may be effective.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Clinical diagnosis based on the clinical presentation Pain on palpation along the proximal plantar fascia with or without radiographic evidence of a plantar calcaneal bone spur Pain reporting of minimum of 2 on NPRS Athletes with 18 years to 35 years of age Chronic plantar fasciitis of more than 3 months. Female athletes playing more than 2 years in sports including runners, Soccer players, cricket players, cyclist, body builders. Exclusion Criteria: Chronic pain syndrome or other foot pains Peripheral vascular disease that results in rest pain or intermittent claudication or venous stasis ulceration Calcaneal stress fracture or show evidence of a foreign body or tumor of the affected heel as viewed radio graphically Pregnant females Previously suffered a rupture or surgery of the plantar fascia within the 5 years preceding participation in the investigation Existing or prior osteomyelitis of the involved calcaneus
Where this trial is running
Lahore, Punjab
- Boston Physiotherapy Clinic — Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Muniba Afzal — Riphah International University
- Study coordinator: Malia Younas
- Email: Maliayounas62@gmail.com
- Phone: +92 325 8292286
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.