Pulsed radiofrequency treatment for heel pain after a calcaneal fracture
Official title: Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Pulsed Radiofrequency Treatment of the Posterior Tibial Nerve in the Management of Chronic Plantar Pain Due to Calcaneal Fracture
Run by Diskapi Teaching and Research Hospital · NCT06888804 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing whether pulsed radiofrequency treatment can help people with ongoing heel pain after a broken heel bone feel better and improve their foot function.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years to 80 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 50 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Diskapi Teaching and Research Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Ankara) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | March 17, 2025 |
| Main results expected | September 25, 2025 |
| Study ends | December 30, 2025 |
| Registry record updated | April 11, 2025 |
| Trial ID | NCT06888804 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates include individuals with a history of calcaneal fracture and persistent pain rated above 5 on the VAS scale for more than three months.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with other foot pain conditions, additional fractures, or those who are pregnant or have coagulopathy may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effectiveness of pulsed radiofrequency (PRF) treatment on the posterior tibial nerve for patients experiencing persistent pain following a calcaneal fracture. Patients will receive ultrasound-guided PRF treatment, and their pain levels will be assessed using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS) and the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) score. The study aims to compare outcomes between those who undergo PRF treatment and those who do not, focusing on pain relief and functional improvement. The research addresses a common complication of calcaneal fractures, which can lead to chronic pain and disability.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this treatment could significantly reduce chronic heel pain and improve quality of life for patients recovering from calcaneal fractures.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown that pulsed radiofrequency treatment can effectively alleviate chronic pain, suggesting potential success for this approach in similar cases.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * History of calcaneal fracture * VAS score \>5 * Pain persisting for more than 3 months after the fracture Exclusion Criteria: * Presence of other foot pain-causing conditions (e.g., plantar fasciitis, heel spur) * Additional fractures other than the calcaneus * Pregnancy * Coagulopathy or use of antiplatelet medications * Mental illness impairing decision-making ability
Where it's running
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Diskapi Training and Research Hospital
Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye) Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Gokhan Yildiz
- Email: gkoyldz@gmail.com
- Phone: 5059272589
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.