Heel pain relief during pregnancy: which Hands-On therapy works best?
NCT ID NCT07676058
First seen Jun 30, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study compares two manual therapy techniques—myofascial release and instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization—for treating plantar fasciitis in pregnant women. Forty-four women in their second or third trimester will receive one of the two treatments over four weeks, alongside standard exercises. The goal is to see which approach better reduces heel pain and improves foot function.
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Active substance
Myofascial Release and Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization
What this could lead to
If one technique proves more effective, it could offer pregnant women a safer, non-drug option for managing heel pain.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 44 participants, so results may not apply to all pregnant women. The study does not test long-term effects.
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University of Lahore Teaching Hospital, Lahore
RECRUITINGLahore, Punjab Province, 54000, Pakistan
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