Plantar Fascitis

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Review clinical trials related to Plantar Fascitis. Use filters to narrow results by trial status, phase, treatment, biological sex and sponsor.

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Status: Recruiting

Video-Based Versus Physician-Led Exercise Training for Plantar Fasciitis

This prospective, single-center, two-arm, parallel-group randomized non-inferiority trial will compare physician-led face-to-face exercise instruction with standardized video-based exercise instruction in adults with plantar fasciitis. Participants will be randomized in a 1:1 ratio to receive either face-to-face exercise training by an orthopedic physician or access to a standardized exercise video via QR code/web link. The exercise content will be identical in both groups; only the method of instruction will differ. The primary outcome will be the change in the Foot Function Index total/index score from baseline to 3 months. Secondary outcomes will include pain score, Foot Function Index subscales, exercise knowledge, exercise adherence, education time, video viewing status, additional treatment requirement, and patient satisfaction.

Participants needed: 300
Trial details
Age: 18-70Biological sex: AllType: InterventionalSponsor: Balikesir Ataturk City HospitalUpdated: Jun 4, 2026Locations: 1
Eligibility criteria

Adults aged 18 to 70 years [+8]

Previous foot or ankle surgery on the affected side [+7]

Status: Recruiting

Effects of Deep Transverse Friction Massage and Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization in Plantar Fasciitis.

The objective of study is to compare the pain intensity, disability and functional capacity by Deep Transverse Friction Massage and Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization Techniques in patients with plantar fasciitis.

Participants needed: 52
Trial details
Age: 18-40Biological sex: FemaleType: InterventionalSponsor: Riphah International UniversityUpdated: May 8, 2026Locations: 1
Eligibility criteria

Pregnant females Second trimester 12th to 34th week [+3]

History of ankle and foot fractures [+5]

Status: Not yet recruiting

Focused Shockwave Therapy for Plantar Fasciopathy

This study investigates whether focused Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (fESWT) helps people with chronic heel pain, commonly known as plantar fasciitis. Many patients suffer from this condition for more than six months without relief. The study compares two groups: one receiving fESWT treatment plus a specific exercise program, and a "wait-list" group that only performs the exercises at first. The shockwave treatment uses precise sound waves targeted at the painful area to stimulate the body's natural healing process. Researchers will measure if the treatment reduces pain and improves the patient's ability to walk and perform daily activities. Additionally, ultrasound will be used to see if the thickness of the plantar fascia (the tissue under the foot) decreases and returns to a healthier state. The goal is to confirm if fESWT provides a faster and more effective recovery than exercise alone.

Participants needed: 20
Trial details
Age: 18-70Biological sex: AllType: InterventionalSponsor: Sierra Varona SLUpdated: Mar 20, 2026
Eligibility criteria

Male or female aged between 18 and 70 years. Diagnosis of chronic plantar fascio...

Previous treatment with shockwave therapy or corticosteroid injections in the af...

Status: Not yet recruiting

Calcaneal Osteotomy for Recalcitrant Planter Fasciosis

The aim of this study is to assess the efficacy of planter displacement calcaneal osteotomy for intractable plantar fasciosis by decreasing the tension of the plantar fascia around the calcaneal attachment while keeping the plantar fascia intact.

Participants needed: 11
Trial details
Age: 18-65Biological sex: AllType: InterventionalSponsor: Assiut UniversityUpdated: Feb 27, 2026
Eligibility criteria

All adult patients with age range from 18 to 65 years with unilateral or bilater... [+1]

All other causes of heel pain including polyneuropathy, planter fascia rupture,... [+4]

Status: Recruiting

Plantar Fascitiis: Comparison of ESWT and Collagen Hydrolyzed Peptides

Patients suffering from Plantar Fasciitis were randomized into three groups: the first group underwent infiltration of Collagen Hydrolyzed Peptides, the second one underwent the ESWT treatment, the third one underwent a combination of the two treatments.

Participants needed: 84
Trial details
Phase: Early Phase 1Age: 18-80Biological sex: AllType: InterventionalSponsor: Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria Consorziale Policlinico di BariUpdated: Dec 8, 2025Locations: 1
Eligibility criteria

Previous surgery of the foot [+1]

Status: Recruiting

SakuraBead Used as Resorbable Embolic for Plantar Fascia Embolization

This is a prospective, single center, double arm, randomized, unmasked, First in Human study that aims to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of SakuraBead™ resorbable embolization microspheres in adult patients suffering from pain secondary to plantar fasciitis.

Participants needed: 45
Trial details
Age: 18-75Biological sex: AllType: InterventionalSponsor: CrannMedUpdated: Nov 21, 2025Locations: 1
Eligibility criteria

Patient is able and willing to provide written informed consent, and [+2]

Acute internal derangement of the foot including acute meniscal, ligament or bon... [+8]

Status: Recruiting

Plantar Fasciitis Randomized Clinical Control Trial

The 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.

Participants needed: 62
Trial details
Age: 18+Biological sex: AllType: InterventionalSponsor: University of PennsylvaniaUpdated: Oct 10, 2025Locations: 1
Eligibility criteria

Pain on palpation along the proximal plantar fascia with or without radiographic... [+6]

Known drug or alcohol dependence [+9]

Status: Not yet recruiting

Medial Longitudinal Arch Support and Plantar Fascia Stretch Taping in Plantar Fasciitis

Rationale of this research is to evaluate the outcome of two widely used but biomechanically distinct techniques of Taping done for plantar fascia i.e. Fascia taping which supports the fascia, and Low dye taping which realigns with medial longitudinal arch. The significance of this study is to identify which taping technique will improve pain, ankle ROM, foot function and arch flexibility which will help clinicians in identifying the most suitable and effective taping method for the patients

Participants needed: 36
Trial details
Age: 25-65Biological sex: AllType: InterventionalSponsor: Riphah International UniversityUpdated: Oct 2, 2025Locations: 2
Eligibility criteria

Age 25-65 years [+4]

Fracture of ankle or foot [+5]

Status: Recruiting

This is a Study to Evaluate a Pre-confectioned Plantar Insole for the Treatment of Plantar Heel Pain

Patients affected by plantar heel pain will be asked to use a pre-confectioned plantar insole for one year. The aim of the study is to assess if the insole under study allows the patient to reach a better mobility and a faster return to the normal everyday life.

Participants needed: 25
Trial details
Age: 18-70Biological sex: AllType: InterventionalSponsor: Ente Ospedaliero Cantonale, BellinzonaUpdated: Aug 6, 2025Locations: 1
Eligibility criteria

Age ranging 18 to 70 years [+3]

Diabetes mellitus not controlled pharmacologically [+3]

Status: Not yet recruiting

Effect of Kaltenborn vs Mulligan Mobilization With Intrinsic Foot Strengthening in Plantar Fasciitis

This study will compare the effects of Kaltenborn and Mulligan ankle mobilization techniques, combined with intrinsic foot muscle strengthening, on pain, functional status, and dorsiflexion range of motion in patients with plantar fasciitis. Eighty-two participants with chronic heel pain will be randomly allocated into two groups. Both groups will receive standard care including ultrasound therapy, stretching, and cryotherapy, while Group A will receive Kaltenborn mobilization and Group B will receive Mulligan mobilization. Pain, function, and ankle range of motion will be assessed at baseline and after three weeks of treatment.

Participants needed: 74
Trial details
Age: 30-60Biological sex: AllType: InterventionalSponsor: Riphah International UniversityUpdated: Jul 22, 2025Locations: 1
Eligibility criteria

Age group between 30-60. [+5]

Patients contraindicated to manual therapy (tumor, fracture or osteoporosis). An... [+4]

Status: Recruiting

Dynamic Versus Static Night Splinting of Plantar Fasciitis

The investigators are trying to study that there is no difference in improvement of motion between static progressive and dynamic splinting.

Participants needed: 200
Trial details
Age: 18-99Biological sex: AllType: InterventionalSponsor: Stanford UniversityUpdated: Jun 15, 2025Locations: 2
Eligibility criteria

Demographic - Over 18 years of age and ambulatory without a gait aid with no his... [+2]

Demographic - Under 18 year of age, requires a gait aid for ambulation; if not c... [+6]

Status: Recruiting

Treatment of Gastrocnemius Tightness and Subsequent Chronic Plantar Fasciitis with Botulinum Toxin a

This prospective clinical cohort study will follow 40 patients who recieve botulinum toxin A treatment for proximal medial gastrocnemius tightness with subsequent Chronic Plantar Fasciitis for two years. Three injections of botulinum toxin (75IU) will be administered with intervals of three months. Participants will be followed at baseline, 3 months, 6 months, 1 year and 2 years with Patient Related Outcome Measures (PROMS) and physical test (Ergotest and ankle dorsiflexion).

Participants needed: 40
Trial details
Age: 18-75Biological sex: AllType: ObservationalSponsor: Oslo University HospitalUpdated: Mar 30, 2025Locations: 1
Eligibility criteria

Age 18-75 years. [+5]

Previously undergone surgery for plantar fasciitis. [+6]

Status: Recruiting

Additional Effects of Dry Needling With Conventional Physical Therapy Versus Conventional Physical Therapy in Plantar Fasciitis: a Randomized Control Trial

This study is a randomized controlled trial and the purpose of this study is to determine the effects of dry needling with conventional physical therapy versus conventional physical therapy on gait parameters in plantar fasciitis: a randomized control trial.

Participants needed: 44
Trial details
Age: 18-35Biological sex: AllType: InterventionalSponsor: Foundation University IslamabadUpdated: Nov 26, 2024Locations: 1
Eligibility criteria

Age 40-60 years [+11]

Positive ankle drawer tests [+5]

Status: Recruiting

Effects of IASTM and Kinesiotaping in Plantar Fascitis

The Objective of the study is to compare the effectiveness of Instrumental Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) and Kinesio taping for improving foot functional status and Quality of Life (QOL) in patients with Plantar Fasciitis. The study will be randomized controlled Trial including 2 experimental groups and 19 participants in each group

Participants needed: 38
Trial details
Age: 20-40Biological sex: AllType: InterventionalSponsor: Riphah International UniversityUpdated: Nov 13, 2024Locations: 1
Eligibility criteria

Both genders [+5]

History of ankle or foot surgery [+3]

Status: Recruiting

Effects of High Load Strength Training With and Without Tissue Specific Planter Facia Stretching With Planter Fasciitis

The rationale behind examining the synergistic impacts of high load strength training and tissues pecific plantar fascia stretching activities in athletes diagnosed with plantar fasciitis arises from an acknowledged deficiency in the existing body of scholarly research.Study design will be Randomized Control Trial. The study will be completed in 10 months after Synopsis Approval.The study will be carried in sports clubs of MOTH Mirpur AJK. Convenient Sampling will be used. Data Collection Tools will be used named as VAS, Functional foot index (FFI), and Goniometry used for Pain, functional disability and range of motion will be measured respectively before and after the intervention

Participants needed: 40
Trial details
Age: 20-35Biological sex: MaleType: InterventionalSponsor: Riphah International UniversityUpdated: Aug 5, 2024Locations: 1
Eligibility criteria

Only Male Athletes [+6]

History of any systemic disease [+5]

Status: Recruiting

"Effects of Kinesio Taping in Adjunct to Traditional Physical Therapy on Pain, Range of Motion and Gait Parameters in Patients With Plantar Fasciitis : a Randomized Controlled Trail"

THIS STUDY IS A RANDOMIZED CONTROL TRIAL AND THE PURPOSE OF THIS STUDY IS TO DETERMINE THE EFFECTS OF KINESIO TAPING ON GAIT PARAMETERS IN PATIENTS WITH PLANTAR FASCITIS

Participants needed: 56
Trial details
Age: 20-40Biological sex: AllType: InterventionalSponsor: Foundation University IslamabadUpdated: Aug 2, 2024Locations: 1
Eligibility criteria

Both genders [+8]

Recent steroid injections [+4]