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Which tape works best for heel pain? new study aims to find out

NCT ID NCT07204054

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

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study compares two taping techniques for plantar fasciitis, a common cause of heel pain. One method supports the arch, while the other stretches the plantar fascia. Researchers will measure pain, ankle movement, and foot function in 36 adults aged 25-65 with acute or subacute plantar fasciitis. The goal is to identify which taping approach is more effective for symptom relief.

What this could mean

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Active substance
taping (medial longitudinal arch support tape and plantar fascia stretch tape)
What this could lead to
If this trial succeeds, it could show which taping technique better reduces pain and improves foot function for people with plantar fasciitis.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 36 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. Taping is a temporary measure and not a cure.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.

Participants

About 36 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Expected to start

Sep 2025

An estimate. Start dates often move.

Expected to finish

May 2026

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Lead sponsor

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.

Ages

25 to 65 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: Participants' full filling the criteria given below will be recruited in this study. Diagnosis based on clinical guidelines linked to the International Classification of Function, Disability and Health of the Orthopaedic Section of the American Physiotherapy Association. * Age 25-65 years * Positive Windlass test * Tenderness at medial calcaneal tubercle * Limited ankle dorsiflexion \<16 * Acute or subacute stage unilateral plantar fasciitis Exclusion Criteria: Individuals with one of the following disorder will be excluded from this study * Fracture of ankle or foot * Diabetes * Neuropathy * Cognitive impairments/ Psychological disorder * Rheumatoid Arthritis * Open wound.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Pain plantar fasciitis

As listed by the trial registrant

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Plantar fascitis

How to take part

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  1. The places running it

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Bahria Town Stroke and Rehabilitation Centre

    Rawalpindi, Punjab Province, 44000, Pakistan

  • IIMCT Railway General Hopsital

    Rawalpindi, Punjab Province, 44000, Pakistan

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