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11 Plantar Fasciitis Trials
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Advanced Imaging Techniques for Plantar Fasciitis
Iowa City, IowaThis study is to create a test that can accurately find and measure the problem areas in muscle and fascia tissue, also known as myofascial pain. The hypothesis is that a combination of imaging findings will be able to detect when myofascial pain is present. The goal is to improve management of myofascial pain by making better tools to find changes in the muscle and fascia tissues for a more personalized treatment. This project was funded by the HEAL initiative (https://heal.nih.gov/).
No Placebo Group
Trial Details
Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Age:18+
Sex:All
120 Participants Needed
Therapeutic Shoes for Plantar Fasciitis
Harlingen, TexasThe research project aims to evaluate the effectiveness of OrthoFeet Hands-Free therapeutic shoes and prefabricated inserts in patients with foot pain.
No Placebo Group
Trial Details
Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Age:50 - 70
Sex:All
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Plantar Ulcer, Major Foot Deformities, Amputation, Others
Must Not Be Taking:Oral Anti-inflammatories
50 Participants Needed
3D-Printed Orthotics for Plantar Fasciitis
Lexington, South CarolinaThis trial tests a new method using 3D printing to make custom foot inserts for people with plantar fasciitis. It aims to see if these inserts work better than traditional ones and if patients are satisfied with them. 3D printed foot orthoses have been shown to be effective in treating various foot conditions, including plantar fasciitis, by improving foot biomechanics and comfort.
No Placebo Group
Trial Details
Trial Status:Enrolling By Invitation
Trial Phase:Unphased
Age:18 - 100
Sex:All
30 Participants Needed
Waterproof Padding vs Non-waterproof Padding for Short Leg Walking Casts
Morgantown, West VirginiaThe purpose of the study is to determine whether the use of waterproof padding in short leg walking casts will lead to an increase in cast-related complications, as compared to the standard non-waterproof casting in children.
No Placebo Group
Trial Details
Trial Status:Not Yet Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Age:5 - 18
Sex:All
100 Participants Needed
Foot Rehab + Minimalist Shoes for Plantar Fasciitis
Charlottesville, VirginiaThe goal of this clinical trial is to compare the effects of 8 weeks of foot rehabilitation exercises in conjunction with wearing minimalist shoes in individuals with plantar fasciopathy, compared to only performing foot rehabilitation exercises. The main questions it aims to answer are:
* Will individuals with plantar fasciopathy be able to reduce their pain and improve their self-reported function by performing rehabilitation exercises and wearing minimalist shoes, compared to those only performing rehabilitation exercises?
* Will individuals with plantar fasciopathy be able to increase their intrinsic foot muscle strength and size, their balance, and gait biomechanics by performing rehabilitation exercises and wearing minimalist shoes, compared to those only performing rehabilitation exercises?
* What characteristics of individuals with plantar fasciopathy make them most suited to succeed in a protocol of performing rehabilitation exercises and wearing minimalist shoes?
Participants will be asked to come into the lab at the start of the intervention and after 8 weeks, where the following will be assessed:
* Patient-reported outcomes
* Foot morphology
* Intrinsic foot muscle strength
* Balance
* Gait biomechanics
For the intervention, participants in both groups will perform the same rehabilitation exercises, including:
* Massage to the bottom of the foot
* Calf-raises
* Calf and foot stretches
No Placebo Group
Trial Details
Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Age:18 - 55
Sex:All
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Other Injuries, Foot/ankle Surgeries, Others
34 Participants Needed
Terrain Variation for Plantar Fasciitis
Gainesville, FloridaModern footwear has been implicated as a contributor to foot pathology and changes in the biomechanics of gait. In addition to footwear, the investigators propose that the lack of terrain variation may directly contribute to the development of common foot pathologies, resulting from decreased intrinsic foot muscle function. This study will examine the current understanding of terrain variation on foot musculature strength and its possible correlation with structural and functional changes within the foot.
No Placebo Group
Trial Details
Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Age:18 - 100
Sex:All
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Foot Surgery, Diabetic Neuropathy, BMI > 35, Others
Must Not Be Taking:Anti-inflammatories, Nerve Medications
60 Participants Needed
Minimal Shoes and Exercises for Plantar Fasciitis
Tampa, FloridaThe goal of this study is to determine whether improving foot strength through foot exercises and minimal footwear can provide improved outcomes over the short and long term. The main research question it aims to answer is: Can the minimal footwear intervention be used to improve the health of aging adults with plantar fasciitis?? Participants will be randomized into 2 groups. One group will receive minimal shoes and foot strengthening and foot flexibility exercises. The other group will receive supportive shoes, foot orthotic device and foot flexibility exercises. Participants' step count will also be monitored.
Researchers will compare pain and physical function between the minimal footwear (MF) and the foot orthotic (FO) groups at each of the follow-up sessions.
No Placebo Group
Trial Details
Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Phase 2
Age:50 - 70
Sex:All
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Diabetes, Gout, Arthritis, Others
138 Participants Needed
Lipiodol Injection for Plantar Fasciitis
Falls Church, VirginiaThis study evaluates the feasibility and safety of using Lipiodol (ethiodized oil) as an investigational embolic agent for treating pain caused by plantar fasciitis. Participants will undergo a minimally invasive procedure called plantar fascia embolization (PFE) to reduce inflammation and pain in the affected area. The study aims to assess changes in pain levels, foot function, and any potential side effects over a six-month follow-up period.
No Placebo Group
Trial Details
Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Age:22 - 100
Sex:All
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Arthritis, Gout, Bursitis, Diabetes, Others
Must Not Be Taking:Corticosteroids
10 Participants Needed
Steroid Injections for Plantar Fasciitis
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaThe primary aim of this clinical experiment is to compare, in terms of pain relief measured using the 10-cm visual analog scale (VAS) pain score (5-7), the clinical results of ultrasound-guided injection (USGI) versus anatomic topography-guided injection (ATGI) of corticosteroid for the treatment of proximal PF. Secondary aims will be to compare foot-related quality of life, as measured using the Foot Function Index (FFI)and the Bristol Foot Score (BFS), between the injection groups, and also to compare the pre-injection to late-term post-injection thickness of the plantar fascia as measured in the nested USGI group.
No Placebo Group
Trial Details
Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Age:18+
Sex:All
62 Participants Needed
Shockwave Therapy for Plantar Fasciitis
New York, New YorkInflammation of the plantar fascia is known as plantar fasciitis and is commonly seen in active or overweight individuals. It can be treated via conservative or surgical therapies. Extracorporeal shockwave therapy has shown promise in the treatment of plantar fasciitis. Several studies have compared the effects of different types of extracorporeal shockwave therapy (radial and focused) with other forms of conservative treatment in patients with chronic plantar fasciitis. No study has yet compared the effect of radial vs. focused shockwave therapy on pain in this population.
No Placebo Group
Trial Details
Trial Status:Active Not Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Age:18 - 100
Sex:All
114 Participants Needed
Low-Level Laser Therapy for Plantar Fasciitis
Tacoma, WashingtonPlantar fasciitis (PF), a degenerative injury of the connective tissue in the foot, results in pain-related disability in Service Members and contributes to decreased physical activity and excessive healthcare costs. Even if effective, current treatment protocols may require 6-12 months of therapy to return individuals to pain-free activity. Photobiomodulation therapy (PBMT) uses non-ionizing light to elicit biological changes in tissues resulting in beneficial therapeutic outcomes. Evidence supports use of PBM for other degenerative connective tissue conditions, such as achilles tendinopathy and epicondylitis. A previous pilot study was completed in an active-duty military and civilian population, which demonstrated a positive effect of two PBM dose parameters on function and pain levels in participants with chronic PF when combined with stretching and ice. These positive findings from the aforementioned study are promising in the treatment of this common and debilitating issue, but require the addition of a sham comparison to rigorously eliminate any potential placebo effect of the treatment protocol, and further refine the treatment protocol in order to make evidence-based clinical recommendations. As such, proposing a follow-up study and the addition of an objective outcome measure will strengthen the impact of the study.
SPECIFIC AIM 1: To assess the clinical effectiveness of photobiomodulation compared to sham photobiomodulation to improve function and decrease pain.
SPECIFIC AIM 2: To evaluate the effectiveness of photobiomodulation compared to sham photobiomodulation to resolve plantar fascial thickening. DESIGN: A prospective randomized sham-controlled trial to meet the aims of the study.
METHOD: A sample of up to 100 active-duty military members will be randomly assigned to the Sham-PBMT or PBMT group. At baseline, during the treatment protocol, and at long-term (3 and 6 months) follow-up, measures of foot function, pain, and plantar fascial thickness will be collected for analysis. The proposed methods will allow the study team to establish if PBMT is clinically effective to accelerate recovery compared to Sham-PBMT and result in resolution of fascial thickening, decrease in pain, and improved function.
LONG-TERM GOAL: The long-term goals of the research include developing PBMT protocols for broad application to other painful and duty-limiting conditions.
Trial Details
Trial Status:Active Not Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Age:18 - 64
Sex:All
100 Participants Needed
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much do Plantar Fasciitis clinical trials pay?
Each trial will compensate patients a different amount, but $50-100 for each visit is a fairly common range for Phase 2–4 trials (Phase 1 trials often pay substantially more). Further, most trials will cover the costs of a travel to-and-from the clinic.
How do Plantar Fasciitis clinical trials work?
After a researcher reviews your profile, they may choose to invite you in to a screening appointment, where they'll determine if you meet 100% of the eligibility requirements. If you do, you'll be sorted into one of the treatment groups, and receive your study drug. For some trials, there is a chance you'll receive a placebo. Across Plantar Fasciitis trials 30% of clinical trials have a placebo. Typically, you'll be required to check-in with the clinic every month or so. The average trial length for Plantar Fasciitis is 12 months.
How do I participate in a study as a "healthy volunteer"?
Not all studies recruit healthy volunteers: usually, Phase 1 studies do. Participating as a healthy volunteer means you will go to a research facility several times over a few days or weeks to receive a dose of either the test treatment or a "placebo," which is a harmless substance that helps researchers compare results. You will have routine tests during these visits, and you'll be compensated for your time and travel, with the number of appointments and details varying by study.
What does the "phase" of a clinical trial mean?
The phase of a trial reveals what stage the drug is in to get approval for a specific condition. Phase 1 trials are the trials to collect safety data in humans. Phase 2 trials are those where the drug has some data showing safety in humans, but where further human data is needed on drug effectiveness. Phase 3 trials are in the final step before approval. The drug already has data showing both safety and effectiveness. As a general rule, Phase 3 trials are more promising than Phase 2, and Phase 2 trials are more promising than phase 1.
Do I need to be insured to participate in a Plantar Fasciitis medical study ?
Clinical trials are almost always free to participants, and so do not require insurance. The only exception here are trials focused on cancer, because only a small part of the typical treatment plan is actually experimental. For these cancer trials, participants typically need insurance to cover all the non-experimental components.
What are the newest Plantar Fasciitis clinical trials ?
Most recently, we added Advanced Imaging Techniques for Plantar Fasciitis, Lipiodol Injection for Plantar Fasciitis and Waterproof Padding vs Non-waterproof Padding for Short Leg Walking Casts to the Power online platform.