Are foot problems hiding in plain sight? new study to survey 4,000 egyptian teens
NCT ID NCT07627659
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study aims to find out how often foot deformities like flatfoot or clubfoot occur in Egyptian adolescents aged 12 to 18. Researchers will examine 4,000 teens and look at factors like age, sex, and pain. The goal is to understand the types of deformities and how they affect daily activities and quality of life.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If this study succeeds, it could reveal how common foot deformities are in Egyptian teens and what factors contribute, helping guide future prevention or treatment efforts.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial, so it won't directly improve health. Results may not apply to other populations or regions.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Participants
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About 4,000 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Expected to start
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Apr 2027
An estimate. Start dates often move.
- Expected to finish
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Dec 2028
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
Who is studied
* Type of the study This research will be a cross-sectional observational study designed to assess the prevalence and characteristics of foot deformities among adolescents. * The study will be conducted in middle and high school student
- Ages
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12 to 18 years
- Sex
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Anyone
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Copied word for word from the study's registry entry, so the wording is the study team's rather than ours.
Inclusion Criteria: * Adolescents aged 12-18 years. * Willingness to participate and provide informed consent (from both the participant and guardian). * Ability to stand and walk without assistance for the physical examination. Exclusion Criteria: * Adolescents with a history of major lower limb surgery or amputation. * Those with severe neurological disorders affecting gait or foot structure (e.g., cerebral palsy, spina bifida). * Individuals unable to cooperate with the examination due to cognitive or psychiatric disorders. * Presence of acute foot trauma or infection at the time of assessment.
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