Heel spur
MONDO:0002209A bony outgrowth on the lower surface of the calcaneus. Though often presenting along with plantar fasciitis (fasciitis, plantar), they are not considered causally related.
Also known as: calcaneus exostosis, calcaneal spur
11 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 11 tagged with Heel spur itself.
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Zapping a heel nerve: new hope for chronic foot pain?
Symptom relief CompletedThis small pilot study is testing whether using heat (radiofrequency ablation) to disable a nerve in the heel can relieve chronic pain from plantar fasciitis or heel spurs. The 31 participants have had pain for over 6 months and tried at least four other treatments without succes…
Sponsor: Şahide Eda Artuç • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Shock wave vs vibration: which soothes heel pain best?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study compared two treatments for plantar fasciitis, a common cause of heel pain: shock wave therapy and whole body vibration. Sixty adults with heel pain for at least 4 weeks were randomly assigned to one of the treatments. The goal was to see which better reduces pain and …
Sponsor: Gaziosmanpasa Research and Education Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Heel spur sufferers: which therapy really works?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested three treatments—shockwave therapy, high-power laser, and platelet-rich plasma injections—in 96 people with heel spurs. The goal was to see which one best reduces pain and improves daily function. Participants were randomly assigned to one of the treatments, and…
Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Taping or no taping? new study tests best way to soothe heel spur pain
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested two physical therapy approaches for people with painful heel spurs. 38 adults received either myofascial release alone or myofascial release plus taping over several weeks. The goal was to see which method better reduces pain and improves foot function. Results …
Sponsor: Green International University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Can a simple foot rub and insoles ease heel pain?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether adding foot insoles to a hands-on therapy called Graston technique helps reduce pain and improve movement in people with plantar fasciitis, a common cause of heel pain. Forty adults with heel pain for at least six weeks took part. One group received Gras…
Sponsor: Riphah International University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Shock waves vs nerve zaps: which eases heel pain best?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study compared two noninvasive treatments for chronic heel pain caused by heel spurs: extracorporeal shock wave therapy and a newer nerve stimulation method called transcutaneous pulsed radiofrequency. 100 adults aged 18-65 with heel spurs took part. The goal was to see whic…
Sponsor: Halil Ibrahim Altun • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC