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NCT Number: NCT06516393

Kinesio Tape Application in the Treatment of Plantar Fasciitis

This study is a prospective randomized clinical trial. Radial extracorporeal shock wave therapy (r-ESWT) is accepted as one of the most effective treatment modalities for plantar fasciitis (PF). Kinesio taping (KT) applied to the plantar fascia can provide patients with PF some benefits, but there no enough evidence about this topic. This study analysed the acute effect of adding KT to r-ESWT, on pain, foot function and flexibility when treating PF.

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Key information

Conditions

Plantar Fascitis Fasciitis Fasciitis, Plantar Foot Diseases Musculoskeletal Diseases Neurologic Manifestations Pain Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms Signs and Symptoms

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

Bihter Akınoğlu

Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)

About this study

The study was performed on 42 patients with unilateral PF, that were randomly assigned into wo groups receiving four sessions of either r-ESWT or r-ESWT+KT treatment once per week. All patients performed home exercises. Patients' pain levels were evaluated via the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS), and foot function via the Foot Function Index (FFI). Flexibility was assessed through gastro-soleus and plantar fascia flexibility tests. The evaluations were done before and one week after the final treatment.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • Clinical diagnosis of unilateral plantar fasciitis,
  • The presence of a heel spur on a lateral radiograph

Exclusion criteria

  • Lower extremity surgeries or traumas,
  • Systemic inflammatory disease,
  • Steroid injections administered within the past six months,
  • Pacemaker usage,
  • Coagulation disorders,
  • Use of anticoagulants.

Treatment and study plan

The radial shock wave device

Device

The r-ESWT+Kinesio Tape Application

Other names: The r-ESWT+Kinesio taping (KT)

Primary outcomes

  1. Change from baseline in pain on the Visual Analog Scale (VAS) at week 5

    Time frame: Baseline and week 5

    VAS is a tool where patients indicate the level of pain they feel using a 10 cm ruler. VAS pain score "no pain" (score=0) and "worst pain" (score=10).

  2. Change from baseline Foot function via the Foot Function Index (FFI) at week 5

    Time frame: Baseline and week 5

    FFI is a safe and valid foot-specific assessment measure used to evaluate pain, disability, and activity limitation, filled out by the patient self-reported

  3. Change from baseline flexibility was evaluated through gastro-soleus and plantar fascia flexibility tests at week 5

    Time frame: Baseline and week 5

    The patient was seated on a flat surface with the knees extended and the soles of the feet touching the wall. The tests were repeated three times and the average of the three measurements was taken.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Bihter Aslanyurek

Other

Registry information

Official study title

Can Kinesio Tape Negatively Affect the Treatment by Creating a Hard Floor in Plantar Fasciitis Treatment: A Randomized Clinical Trial

Important dates

Study start
2023
Primary completion
2024
Study completion
2024
First posted
Jul 24, 2024
Registry last updated
Jul 24, 2024

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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