Hidden clues in foot mechanics could revolutionize flatfoot treatment

NCT ID NCT06260813

First seen Jul 10, 2026 · Last updated Jul 10, 2026

Summary

This study investigates how the shape and movement of the foot change in people with posterior tibial tendon dysfunction (PTTD), a common cause of adult-acquired flatfoot. Researchers will use advanced gait analysis, X-rays, ultrasound, MRI, and CT scans to compare patients at different stages of the condition with healthy volunteers. The goal is to create a more detailed classification system that could guide better, more personalized treatment decisions.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to
If successful, this research could lead to a more precise classification system for posterior tibial tendon dysfunction, helping doctors choose better treatments based on individual foot mechanics.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It will not directly test any therapy, and the findings may not immediately change clinical practice.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • UZ Leuven

    RECRUITING

    Leuven, Vlaams-Brabant, 3000, Belgium

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