Pulsed radiofrequency treatment for heel pain after a calcaneal fracture
Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Pulsed Radiofrequency Treatment of the Posterior Tibial Nerve in the Management of Chronic Plantar Pain Due to Calcaneal Fracture
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
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 50 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 80 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Diskapi Teaching and Research Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Ankara) |
| Trial ID | NCT06888804 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
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.
Who should consider this trial
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.
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.
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 performed: Previous studies have shown that pulsed radiofrequency treatment can effectively alleviate chronic pain, suggesting potential success for this approach in similar cases.
Eligibility criteria
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 this trial is running
Ankara
- Diskapi Training and Research Hospital — Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye) (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Gokhan Yildiz
- Email: gkoyldz@gmail.com
- Phone: 5059272589
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.