New study tests which therapy works best for heel pain
NCT ID NCT07614672
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compares two treatments for plantar fasciitis, a common cause of heel pain. About 56 adults with heel pain for at least 6 weeks will receive either instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization or manual massage. Researchers will measure pain, daily function, and walking ability to see which approach works better.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Ibadat International University Islamabad (IIUI)
Islamabad, Federal, Pakistan
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