Massage showdown: hands vs. tool for heel pain relief
NCT ID NCT07576192
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study compares two types of massage—deep friction massage by hand and a tool-assisted technique—for treating plantar fasciitis, a common cause of heel pain. Fifty-two adults with moderate pain will receive 12 sessions over six weeks. Researchers will measure changes in pain, foot function, and walking ability to see which approach works better.
What this could mean
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Active substance
deep transverse friction massage and instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show which hands-on therapy works better for reducing pain and improving daily function in plantar fasciitis.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 52 people, so results may not apply to everyone. It compares two similar techniques, so any difference may be small.
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Riphah medical center
RECRUITINGLahore, Punjab Province, 6400, Pakistan
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