Flatfoot

This study follows 20 people who had surgery as children to correct flatfoot. Researchers want to see if the correction lasts more than 10 years by checking foot structure and pain. They use simple tests like standing on tiptoes and X-rays to measure results.

This study tests whether adding a small implant in the sinus tarsi (a space in the foot) to standard flatfoot surgery helps correct the deformity better than surgery alone. 130 adults with flexible flatfoot will be randomly assigned to get the implant or not. Researchers will mea…

This study compares a structured fall prevention program called Steady Strides to standard primary care for adults aged 65 and older who have fallen at least twice in the past six months. The program includes medical check-ups, exercises, and education. Researchers will track how…

This study tests whether making homes safer—like adding non-slip mats, night lights, and securing rugs—can reduce falls in people aged 60-80 who have fallen before or worry about falling. Researchers will track 320 participants over 12 months to see if these low-cost changes work…

This study tests whether repetitive magnetic stimulation of foot muscles can improve arch height and strength in adults with flat feet. Thirty participants aged 18-50 will receive stimulation three times a week for 12 weeks, while a control group gets no treatment. Researchers wi…

This study looks at whether doing breathing exercises before orthopedic surgery (like knee, hip, or fracture repair) can help your lungs work better after the operation. It involves 36 adults who have used tobacco and are at risk for breathing problems after surgery. Participants…

This study looks at whether adding visual feedback (like watching your feet move) to foot-core exercises helps children with flexible flat feet walk better and improve foot posture. Researchers will split 24 children aged 7-12 into two groups: one doing foot exercises alone, the …

This study looks at whether a program combining sensorimotor techniques (brain-foot retraining) with short foot exercises can improve foot posture in children aged 7-12 with flat feet. The 22 participants will do exercises like pulling up the arch while standing on textured surfa…

This study compares two types of exercise programs—one focusing on the hips and the other on the knees—to see which better improves foot arch, balance, and muscle strength in adults with flexible flat feet. 46 participants will be randomly assigned to one of the two groups and wi…

This study tests whether a program of exercise and ergonomics training can reduce muscle and joint pain in teachers. About 80 teachers who have had pain for at least three months will be randomly assigned to receive the training or not. Researchers will measure changes in pain, d…

This study tests a web-based app called IAMABLE that provides evidence-based rehabilitation strategies for people with chronic conditions like heart disease, arthritis, or neurological disorders. Fifty adults aged 45 to 75 will use the app for 4 months to set goals and learn abou…

This study compares two types of foot exercises for adults with flexible flat feet. One group does traditional short foot exercises, while the other uses biofeedback—a device that gives real-time feedback on foot movement. The goal is to see which approach better improves foot po…

This study tests whether adding blood flow restriction (BFR) training to standard physical therapy helps teenagers with spasmodic flatfoot more than therapy alone. Forty teens under 18 with rigid, painful flatfeet that didn't improve with initial treatment will be randomly assign…

This study tests whether walking on mud can improve foot posture and balance in children aged 6-11 with flexible flatfeet. 37 children will walk on mud for 30 minutes, 3 times a week for 6 weeks. Researchers will measure changes in foot position, balance, and leg function before …

This study tests whether adding Basic Body Awareness Therapy (BBAT) to standard Short Foot Exercises (SFE) improves balance, body awareness, and foot pain in adults with flexible flat feet. Fifty participants aged 18-45 will be split into two groups: one doing BBAT plus SFE, the …

This study looks at whether core stability exercises can improve foot arch height and balance in people with flexible flat feet. Researchers will measure changes in foot structure, balance, and ankle function in 40 adults aged 18 to 39. The goal is to find a simple exercise appro…

This study tests whether extra support for case managers helps veterans leaving the military better manage pain and reduce risky substance use. About 1800 veterans will take part. The program focuses on non-drug pain treatments and counseling.

This study aims to learn more about rare skeletal disorders by collecting medical records, blood samples, and genetic data from 100 participants. People with known or suspected bone conditions, as well as their healthy family members, can join either remotely or in person. The go…

This study translates and tests several health questionnaires—covering pain, arm and leg function, mood, and daily activities—for use with Albanian-speaking people. Researchers will check if the translated versions are reliable and accurate by giving them to about 300 participant…

This study tests a new tool called the PRISM Dashboard, which gives physiotherapists feedback on how their decisions compare to their peers. The goal is to see if this feedback helps reduce differences in care for people with muscle and joint pain. About 60 physiotherapists and t…

This study follows 252 adults with muscle, bone, or joint problems (like arthritis, back pain, or after surgery) to see how well they do their prescribed home exercises. Researchers will track who sticks with the program and why, looking at factors like pain, mood, and support. T…

This study looks at whether a special 3D foot model can help predict and measure how well people recover after ankle and hindfoot reconstruction surgery. Researchers will compare walking patterns and foot pressure before and after surgery in 300 adults. The goal is to find out wh…

This study tests whether using a virtual reality (VR) headset during shoulder exercises helps patients feel more engaged and motivated. Fifty adults with shoulder problems will do rehab exercises in a VR environment and then answer questionnaires about how easy and immersive the …

This study looks at whether a special foot insole can immediately improve foot bone angles in adults with flexible flat feet who have no pain. Thirty participants will get X-rays taken while standing barefoot and then while standing on the insole. The goal is to see if the insole…

This study aims to create a secure national database for muscle and joint (musculoskeletal) conditions by collecting routine data from community clinics and GP practices. About 22,000 adults will have their information anonymously gathered to help develop a dashboard that tracks …

This study watches 2000 people having hip or knee replacement surgery to see how long spinal anaesthesia lasts. The goal is to learn how the amount of anaesthetic affects timing, helping doctors decide if patients can safely go home the same day. No new treatments are tested—just…

This study looks at whether women with lipedema have flatter feet and looser joints compared to women without the condition. Researchers will use foot X-rays and flexibility tests to measure these differences. The goal is to better understand how lipedema affects foot function an…

This study looks at how changing the heel cushion on an ankle-foot brace (AFO) affects walking in people who use one daily. Forty adults with leg injuries or nerve problems will try four different heel wedges—tall or short, soft or firm—while walking at controlled speeds. Researc…

This study looks at how 3D computer simulation and printing can help surgeons better plan and perform bone correction surgeries. Researchers will compare the planned corrections to the actual results in 100 children and young adults with rare bone deformities. The goal is to make…

This study follows 4,000 children who receive orthopedic implants (like rods or screws) during standard care for bone fractures, deformities, or hip problems. Researchers will track how long the implants last, any complications, and how well they work over time. The goal is to ga…

This study is building a registry of people with rare bone diseases (skeletal dysplasias) in Italy. Researchers will collect medical history, genetic data, and treatment details over time to better understand how these conditions progress. No experimental treatments are given; th…

This study follows 144 adults with muscle or bone problems who are already scheduled to receive treatment with Chattanooga Intelect devices (like TENS or ultrasound). Researchers will measure pain, muscle strength, and movement range to confirm the devices are safe and work as ex…