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Effect of Stretching Exercises on Plantar Fascia

NCT06370741 · Status: NOT_YET_RECRUITING · Phase: NA · Type: INTERVENTIONAL · Enrollment: 10

Last updated 2024-04-17

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Summary

The plantar fascia (PF) extends over the calcaneal bone with a thin band corresponding to the calcaneal periosteum, continuing as the paratenon of the Achilles tendon.The triceps surae complex, serving as the main extensor and propulsion system of the foot, involves the Achilles tendon, posterior part of the calcaneus, and Plantar Aponeurosis, all integrated with the fibrous skeleton of the triceps surae. Plantar fasciitis, a prevalent musculoskeletal condition affecting individuals of various ages and activity levels (Hye Chang Rhim), is a primary cause of heel pain in adults. Studies have identified the superior efficacy of stretching protocols targeting the Achilles tendon and/or plantar fascia compared to alternative treatments. However, the limitations of traditional approaches become apparent when considering the intricate biomechanics of the foot and ankle. Conventional calf stretches often prove inadequate for addressing its specific lengthening requirements. While contemporary methods like PF-Specific Stretching integrate plantar fascia and calf stretches, their reliance on individual upper extremity strength introduces potential limitations.

Therefore, although the exact effect of stretching on the biomechanical properties of the plantar fascia is not known, it will be aimed to determine whether an instrument aid to be designed will have an effect and which method is more effective. In this way, it is planned to guide clinicians in the rehabilitation of possible pathologies specific to the plantar fascia in clinical practice.

Myotonometry is a convenient method to assess the stiffness of the plantar fascia because it is cheap, simple and fast. Previous studies have shown that MyotonPRO can reliably assess the stiffness of the plantar fascia. Although the exact effect of stretching on the biomechanical properties of the plantar fascia is not known, it will be determined whether stretching with an instrument to be designed will have an effect and which method is more effective with or without an instrument.

Conditions

  • Stretch
  • Plantar Fascia; Contracture
  • Fasciitis, Plantar

Interventions

DEVICE

Stretching with/without device

Participants will be divided into two groups: Achilles tendon stretching and plantar fascia specific stretching. Within these two groups, participants will stretch their dominant side with the help of the designed tool. On the non-dominant side, the Achilles tendon group will complete the Achilles tendon stretching without a tool and the plantar fascia-specific stretching group will complete the self plantar fascia stretching exercise. Each stretching exercise will be performed for 10 seconds and 10 repetitions 3 days a week for 2 weeks.

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • Okan University

    lead OTHER

Study Design

Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
DEVICE_FEASIBILITY
Masking
SINGLE
Model
PARALLEL

Eligibility

Min Age
18 Years
Max Age
65 Years
Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
Yes

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2024-04-30
Primary Completion
2024-05-31
Completion
2024-06-30

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