Progressive Achilles Loading Via Clinician E-support

Trial statusRecruiting
Trial phaseNot applicable
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexAll
Age18-60
SponsorRuth Chimenti

About this trial

This is a randomized controlled trial with individuals who have Achilles tendon pain. This study is designed to identify an effective rehabilitation program for Achilles tendon pain that expands access to care for military personnel and to predict treatment response. Limited or delayed access to healthcare can exacerbate the severity of pain and duration of disability due to AT. This is particularly relevant for individuals deployed to battlefield settings or are being seen in busy military treatment facilities. Therefore, it is crucial to identify efficient and effective treatment pathways that maximize healthcare access and facilitate a rapid and pain-free return to full duty.

Eligibility criteria

Qualifiers

Pain localized to the Achilles tendon (insertion or midportion)

AT pain greater than or equal to 3/10 with tendon-loading exercise

Disqualifiers

Younger than 18 years of age or older than 60 years of age

BMI > 45 kg/m2

Pain primarily due to a differential diagnosis, including paratendonitis, bursitis (retrocalcaneal or subcutaneous), posterior ankle impingement or os trigonum, irritation or neuropathy of the sural nerve, plantaris tendon involvement)

Presence of a partial Achilles tendon tear or rupture on imaging or a history of Achilles tendon rupture that was verified by surgical or conservative management

Trial design

Treatments tested in this trial

  • Exercise
  • Education

Treatment groups

160 Participants
are divided into 2 treatment groups

Sponsors and collaborators

Ruth Chimenti

Lead sponsor

University of Iowa

Sponsor institution

C.R.Darnall Army Medical Center

Collaborator

United States Department of Defense

Collaborator