Comparing two taping methods for treating plantar fasciitis in football players
Effects of Windlass Versus Calcaneal Taping on Pain, Flexibility and Lower Extremity Function in Football Player With Plantar Fasciitis.
NA · Riphah International University · NCT06637592
This study tests which of two taping methods can help football players with plantar fasciitis feel less pain and improve their movement.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 34 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Riphah International University (other) |
| Locations | 2 sites (Lahore, Punjab Province and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT06637592 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effects of two taping techniques, windlass taping and calcaneal taping, on pain, flexibility, and lower extremity function in football players suffering from plantar fasciitis. Conducted over 10 months at the Pakistan Sports Board and The Raider's football club, the trial will involve two groups of participants receiving different taping methods. Data will be collected using various assessment tools, including the Numeric Pain Rating Scale and lower extremity functional scale, to evaluate the outcomes of each taping technique. The goal is to provide insights into effective treatment options for this common sports-related injury.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are football players experiencing heel pain associated with plantar fasciitis.
Not a fit: Patients with congenital foot deformities, recent foot or ankle surgeries, or those using assistive devices for walking may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved treatment strategies for football players suffering from plantar fasciitis, enhancing their performance and quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific comparison of these two taping methods may be novel, taping techniques have been widely used in sports medicine with varying degrees of success.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * positive windlass test * Pain can appear after a period of intense training, normally declines with the warm up and reappears at the end of training. * Intense and acute heel pain localized primarily where plantar fascia attaches to the anterior calcaneus. * The pain presents on first walking in the morning or after a rest period. Exclusion Criteria: * Congenital deformity of ankle and foot. * History of foot and ankle fracture. * History of ankle and foot surgery. * Previous surgery or treatment for plantar fasciitis in the previous 6 months. * Use of an assistive device for ambulation * Use of an assistive device for ambulation * Refuse to participate in the study
Where this trial is running
Lahore, Punjab Province and 1 other locations
- Raiders football club — Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan (NOT_YET_RECRUITING)
- Pakistan sports board — Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Muhammad Asrar Yousaf, Mphil — Riphah International University
- Study coordinator: Imran Amjad, Phd
- Email: imran.amjad@riphah.edu.pk
- Phone: 03324390125
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.
Conditions: Football Players, plantar fasciitis, taping