CompletedNot Applicable

Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization on Gastrocnemius and Achilles Tendon in Plantar Fasciitis

Pakistan32 participantsStarted 2023-03-15

Plain-language summary

Aim of this study is to compare the effects of instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization on gastrocnemius and Achilles tendon on pain,range of motion and foot disability.A randomized control trial that will include total 32 participants and divided into two groups.Patients in Group A will receive instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization of gastrocnemius and Group B will receive instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization of Achilles tendon. While conventional therapy will be given to both groups.Data collected will be analyzed through SPSS 25.

Who can participate

Age range

25 Years – 50 Years

Sex

ALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Both male and female * Participants between age of 25 and 50 years * Patients with maximal pain located at the antero-medial aspect of the plantar surface of the calcaneus * Pain aggravated by passive dorsiflexion or standing/ walking on the big toe * Patients with pain on taking first step in the morning(18) * Patient volunteer to participate in the study and signed informed consent. Exclusion Criteria: * Patient with history of musculoskeletal disorders. * Patient with any previous history of ankle or foot surgery. * Patient with history of ankle or foot fracture. * Patient with severe bone disorder (osteoporosis) * Patient with history of Venous insufficiency.

Questions worth asking your doctor

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1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?

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Questions for the trial coordinator

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1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?

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What they're measuring

Visual Analogue Scale

Timeframe: 4 weeks

Trial details

NCT IDNCT05775302

SponsorRiphah International University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2023-08-15

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