Can your foot shape predict heel pain? new study investigates
NCT ID NCT07151066
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study compares foot measurements, daily steps, and footwear choices between 30 people with plantar fasciitis and healthy volunteers. The goal is to uncover structural and behavioral risk factors for this common cause of heel pain. Results may inform future prevention and orthotic approaches.
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 study could help identify who is at risk for plantar fasciitis and lead to better prevention strategies or orthotic designs.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small observational study (30 participants) that only looks at associations, not causes. It will not test any treatment, so it cannot directly improve symptoms.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Istanbul Medipol University
Istanbul, Beykoz, 34290, Turkey (Türkiye)
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