Flatfoot

This study tests a surgery called SAMBB for people with severe, progressive flat feet (PCFD). The surgery uses a small bone graft to realign the foot. Researchers will use 3D weight-bearing CT scans to measure how well the foot alignment improves. The study plans to enroll 20 adu…

This study compares two surgical techniques for treating flexible flatfoot in adolescents aged 10 to 17. One method uses a locking wedge plate, the other a synthetic PEEK cage. The goal is to see which leads to better recovery, fewer complications, and improved foot function.

This study tests whether a new medicine called Fexuprazan (Fexuclue) can prevent stomach ulcers caused by NSAID painkillers like ibuprofen. About 360 adults with joint or muscle pain who need daily NSAIDs will take either Fexuprazan or an older drug (Lansoprazole) for 24 weeks. T…

This study looks at a personalized plan to help older adults prevent falls. It includes 50 people aged 65 or older who have sarcopenia (muscle loss) and knee or hip arthritis. Researchers will test balance, strength, and range of motion to create a tailored fall prevention strate…

This study tests whether adding a manual foot massage (plantar fascia release) to standard foot exercises can immediately improve movement quality in young adults with flat feet. Twenty-nine physically active participants aged 18-35 will try both exercise-only and exercise-plus-m…

This early-phase trial will test four orthobiologic treatments—PRP, bone marrow concentrate, hyaluronic acid, and nanofat—in 300 adults with various muscle, joint, tendon, or bone conditions. The goal is to see if these natural substances can reduce pain and improve joint functio…

This study looks at whether a mobile app can help people with common pains (neck, shoulder, back, or knee) do their prescribed home exercises more regularly. About 30 adults will be split into two groups: one using the app and one doing traditional exercises. The goal is to see i…

This study tests whether correcting a flat foot position with shoe inserts (orthoses) changes how the kneecap sits during standing. Ten adults with flexible flatfoot will have weight-bearing CT scans with and without orthoses, with knees straight and slightly bent. The goal is to…

This study aims to translate and adapt a widely used questionnaire for musculoskeletal problems into Urdu. Researchers will enroll 110 Urdu-speaking adults, including patients with muscle or joint issues and healthy volunteers. The goal is to create a validated tool to measure sy…

This study looks at how patients feel when reading their own medical notes. Some will read the original doctor's note, others will read a simpler version written by artificial intelligence. Researchers want to see if the AI summary changes how much patients trust their doctor or …

This study translates the Foot Posture Index (FPI-6), a tool that checks foot shape while standing, into Spanish and tests if it works well. About 100 people aged 6 to 89 will take part. The goal is to give Spanish-speaking doctors and researchers a reliable way to assess foot po…

This study tests a decision support system called SmaRTWork to help people on sick leave due to muscle or back pain return to work. About 298 adults in Norway will either use the system or receive usual care. The main goal is to see if the tool helps them return to work sustainab…