Heel pain study tests bone marrow vs platelet injections for lasting relief
NCT ID NCT07242729
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests two types of injections—bone marrow or platelet-rich fibrin—to treat chronic plantar fasciitis (long-term heel pain). About 72 adults with heel pain lasting over 6 months will receive one of the treatments under ultrasound guidance. The goal is to see which works better for reducing pain and improving foot function.
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 72 people
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- Started
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Feb 2025
- Expected to finish
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Feb 2028
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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18 to 75 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Adults aged 18 to 75 years. * Clinical diagnosis of chronic plantar fasciitis for more than 6 months, confirmed by ultrasonography (increased plantar fascia thickness and hypoechogenicity). * Persistent heel pain refractory to conventional conservative treatment (stretching, orthotics, physical therapy, or corticosteroid injections). * Visual Analog Scale (VAS) pain score ≥ 4 at baseline. * Ability and willingness to comply with study procedures and follow-up assessments. * Signed informed consent. Exclusion Criteria: * Previous foot or ankle surgery on the affected limb. * Acute trauma, infection, or ulceration in the region of the plantar fascia. * Systemic inflammatory diseases (e.g., rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis). * Metabolic or endocrine disorders interfering with healing (e.g., diabetes mellitus with poor glycemic control, thyroid disorders). * Current use of systemic corticosteroids, immunosuppressants, or anticoagulants. * Active neoplasia or hematologic disorders. * Pregnancy or breastfeeding. * Peripheral vascular disease or neuropathy affecting the lower limbs. * Contraindications to local anesthesia or venipuncture.
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Locations
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Federal University of São Paulo - Hospital São Paulo
RECRUITINGSão Paulo, 04023-900, Brazil
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