Heel spur
MONDO:0002209A bony outgrowth on the lower surface of the calcaneus. Though often presenting along with plantar fasciitis (fasciitis, plantar), they are not considered causally related.
Also known as: calcaneus exostosis, calcaneal spur
11 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Heel pain breakthrough? study tests nerve combo treatment
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether treating an extra nerve in the foot can improve pain relief for people with long-term heel pain. About 48 adults will receive a standard nerve treatment, with half also getting treatment on a second nerve. Researchers will measure pain and foot functio…
Sponsor: Diskapi Teaching and Research Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 07:00 UTC
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Could a pinch of radiation zap heel pain away?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether low-dose radiation therapy can ease pain and improve daily life for people with heel spurs and plantar fasciitis. About 35 adults who have had pain for at least 3 months will receive the treatment. Researchers will measure pain, function, and quality of l…
Sponsor: University of Erlangen-Nürnberg Medical School • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can less radiation still soothe heel spur pain?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a lower dose of radiation can relieve pain from heel spurs just as well as the standard dose. About 366 adults with chronic heel pain that hasn't improved with other treatments will receive one of three radiation schedules. The goal is to find a gent…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Maria Sklodowska-Curie National Research Institute of Oncology • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC