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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Zapping a heel nerve: new hope for chronic foot pain?
Symptom relief OngoingThis small pilot study is testing whether using heat (radiofrequency ablation) to disable a nerve in the heel can relieve chronic pain from plantar fasciitis or heel spurs. The 31 participants have had pain for over 6 months and tried at least four other treatments without succes…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Şahide Eda Artuç • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Heel pain showdown: cheap massage vs. pricey shockwave – which works better?
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study compares two treatments for plantar fasciitis, a common cause of heel pain. One group will receive shockwave therapy, a costly procedure, while the other will get myofascial release, a hands-on massage technique. Researchers want to see if the cheaper option works just…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Istanbul Rumeli University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC