Could a placenta injection heal stubborn achilles pain?
NCT ID NCT06172218
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested a special injection made from donated placenta tissue in 20 people with long-lasting Achilles tendon pain that didn't get better with standard treatments like physical therapy. The goal was to see if the injection could reduce pain and improve function. Results will help design a larger study.
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Conditions
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Locations
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North Park Podiatry
San Diego, California, 92104, United States
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