Efficiency of Different Gastrocnemius Stretching Exercises (NCT06371547) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Efficiency of Different Gastrocnemius Stretching Exercises
Turkey (Türkiye)48 participantsStarted 2024-05-15
Plain-language summary
The primary aim of this study is to investigate the effects of different types and durations of gastrocnemius stretching on the viscoelastic properties of the gastrocnemius muscle, Achilles tendon, and plantar fascia.In addition, pain threshold of the gastrocnemius muscle and plantar fascia, as well as on hamstring tightness will be measured.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 25 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Age of 18 to 25 years
* Having a gastrocnemius muscle tightness in the dominant side
Exclusion Criteria:
* History of lower extremity surgery or trauma
* Diagnosis of fibromyalgia, neurological disease, achilles tendinopathy, metatarsalgia, acute ankle sprain, tarsal tunnel syndrome, or heel pad syndrome
* Having received physiotherapy related to the lower extremities within the last six months
* A body mass index (BMI) above 30 kg/m2
* Having received a local steroid injection within the last six weeks
* The presence of a local infection
* The presence of rheumatic or other systemic inflammatory diseases
* Diabetes or other metabolic diseases
* Nerve compression syndrome
* Currently using painkillers
* Diagnosis of neurological heel pain
* A positive navicular drop test result
* Having engaged in strenuous exercise within the last 24 hours
* Not being fully compliant with the exercise program
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
1
Measurement of the Viscoelastic Properties
Timeframe: Change from baseline viscoelastic properties at seventh and fourteen day
2
Ankle-foot Dorsiflexion Index
Timeframe: Change from baseline ankle dorsiflexion range of motion at seventh and fourteen day