Leg pain relief: surgery or exercise? new study aims to find out

NCT ID NCT03584815

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study compares two treatments for chronic leg pain caused by compartment syndrome: physiotherapy (with a focus on changing running style) and surgery (fasciotomy). The goal is to see if physiotherapy works as well as surgery, which could help more people avoid an operation. The study will include 72 adults aged 18 to 50 who have had symptoms for at least 3 months.

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Locations

  • Bispebjerg Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Copenhagen, Copehagen, 2400, Denmark

    Contact

  • Bispebjerg Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Copenhagen, 2400, Denmark

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