Can wrapping or massaging your calves fix flat feet?

NCT ID NCT06707844

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Riphah International University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Aug 07, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested two hands-on treatments—tissue flossing (wrapping the calf with a band) and myofascial release (deep massage)—to see which better helps young adults with flat feet. 44 people aged 18-25 with flexible flat feet and calf pain took part. The goal was to improve balance, arch height, and ankle movement over three weeks.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Tissue flossing and myofascial release (manual therapy techniques)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could point toward a simple, non-drug therapy to ease pain and improve mobility in people with flat feet.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed trial with only 44 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The therapies are short-term and may not provide lasting relief.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

flatfoot

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

PES PLANUS

Contacts and locations

Locations

Margalla Rehabilitation Center

Rawalpindi, Punjab Province, 46000, Pakistan

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