Laser vs shock wave: which zaps heel pain best?
NCT ID NCT07287046
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests two non-invasive treatments for plantar fasciitis, a common cause of heel pain. 28 adults will receive either high-intensity laser therapy or focused shock wave therapy, plus exercises. Researchers will measure pain and foot function over 12 weeks to see which works better.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- High-intensity laser therapy and focused extracorporeal shock wave therapy
- What this could lead to
- If one treatment works better, it could offer a more effective, non-invasive option for easing heel pain from plantar fasciitis.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 28 people, so results may not apply to everyone. Both treatments are already used, so no major breakthrough is expected.
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