Foot Core Stabilization Exercises Vs. Shockwave Therapy for Pain, Strength, and Function in Plant… (NCT06890806) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Foot Core Stabilization Exercises Vs. Shockwave Therapy for Pain, Strength, and Function in Plantar Fasciitis
Turkey (Türkiye)40 participantsStarted 2025-03-01
Plain-language summary
This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness and feasibility of two distinct approache extracorporeal shock wave therapy and foot core stabilization exercises in the treatment of plantar faciitis (PF) by comparing their impacts on pain, muscle strength, and functionality. The study seeks to better understand the role of innovative exercise protocols in addressing biomechanical imbalances and the contribution of ESWT to biological healing mechanisms. The anticipated results are expected to provide evidence-based treatment approaches that can enhance the quality of life in individuals with PF, guide clinical applications in physical medicine and rehabilitation, and strengthen the position of these treatment methods within the broader healthcare system. Moreover, the findings may benefit a larger patient population by improving the management of PF.
Who can participate
Age range
25 Years – 60 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Adults aged 25 to 60 years who have been diagnosed with plantar fasciitis by a physician specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation or an orthopedic specialist.
* Heel pain localized to the medial calcaneal tubercle, persisting for three months or longer.
* Pain that worsens with the first steps taken in the morning or after periods of rest.
Exclusion Criteria:
* Individuals who have undergone foot or ankle surgery.
* Individuals with a history of chronic or active infection in the treatment area.
* Individuals with Type 1 or Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, systemic inflammatory arthritis, cancer, active tuberculosis, or a history of neurological or vascular diseases.
* Individuals who have undergone conservative treatment including nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs for 6 months with no significant improvement.
* Patients with numbness or tingling in the lower extremity, with or without provocation, or those with undiagnosed pain.
* Pregnancy.
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
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?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
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?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
1
Pain
Timeframe: through study completion, an average of 6 months.
2
Medial longitudinal arc level
Timeframe: through study completion, an average of 6 months.
3
Muscle strength
Timeframe: through study completion, an average of 6 months.
4
Quadriceps angle
Timeframe: through study completion, an average of 6 months.