CompletedNot Applicable

Comparison of Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy and Whole Body Vibration Therapy in Plantar Fasciitis

Turkey (Türkiye)60 participantsStarted 2025-08-01

Plain-language summary

Plantar fasciitis is a common cause of heel pain that can lead to functional limitation and decreased quality of life. Various conservative treatment modalities are used in its management. This study aims to compare the effectiveness of extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) and whole body vibration therapy in patients with plantar fasciitis. The study is designed as a randomized, prospective, single-blind clinical trial. Clinical outcomes will be evaluated using pain and functional assessment scales before and after treatment.

Who can participate

Age range

18 Years – 65 Years

Sex

ALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Age between 18 and 65 years * Clinically diagnosed plantar fasciitis * Heel pain lasting at least 4 weeks * Ability to understand the study procedures and provide written informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * History of inflammatory rheumatic diseases * Previous foot or ankle surgery * Major trauma to the foot or ankle * Neurological or vascular disorders of the lower extremities * Pregnancy or lactation * Corticosteroid injection to the foot within the last 3 months * Physical therapy, extracorporeal shock wave therapy, or whole body vibration therapy within the last 3 months

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?

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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

Foot Function Index (FFI)

Timeframe: Baseline, 5 weeks and 9 weeks

Trial details

NCT IDNCT07463794

SponsorGaziosmanpasa Research and Education Hospital

Sponsor typeOTHER_GOV

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2026-03-20

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