Investigating gastrocnemius tightness and foot pain in children

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to assess the prevalence of gastrocnemius tightness in otherwise healthy children who are referred to a pediatric orthopaedic outpatient clinic due to foot and leg pain. The study will involve clinical examinations to evaluate the range of motion in the ankle, specifically comparing dorsiflexion with the knee extended versus flexed. The goal is to determine if gastrocnemius tightness is more common in children experiencing these types of pain, which could provide insights into the underlying causes of their symptoms.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Otherwise healthy children referred to pediatric orthopaedic outpatient clinic with foot and/or leg pain with a normal leg function

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients with foot conditions, general medical conditions affecting the foot or clinical findings indicating a need for further investigation for a diagnosis. Such as:

Foot deformities (cavo-varus foot, clubfoot) Tarsal coalitions Neuro-orthopedic conditions (CP, MMC) Fracture sequelae Infections and tumour

Where it's running

• St Olavs hospital
  Trondheim, Norway Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Håkon Langvatn — St. Olavs Hospital
• Study coordinator: Tina Wik
• Email: tina.stromdal.wik@stolav.no
• Phone: +4772826521

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.