Clinical trials
Heel Pain clinical trials
Below are recruiting heel pain clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 14 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07383558Recruiting
Adding nerve treatment for chronic heel pain
This trial tests if adding a nerve treatment (pulsed radiofrequency of the sural nerve) to standard care helps people with long-lasting heel pain. It may reduce pain and improve function.
AnkaraAges 18–65 - NCT06567093Recruiting
Massage for pain during heel blood draw in newborns
This study tests whether a gentle leg and heel massage can help reduce pain in newborns during a standard heel blood test. It's for healthy babies born at full term (38–41 weeks) who are less than a month old.
Bartın, ProvinceAges 1 day–4 weeks - NCT07688876Recruiting
Comparing two treatments for long-term heel pain
This trial tests two minimally invasive procedures—pulsed radiofrequency and a dextrose injection—to see which better relieves chronic heel pain from plantar fasciitis that hasn't improved with other treatments.
AnkaraAges 18–70 - NCT07747649Recruiting
Multisensory stimulation for pain from newborn heel pricks
This study tests whether combining gentle touches, sounds, and other sensory input can reduce pain when newborns get a routine heel prick for blood tests. If you have a healthy newborn staying with you in the hospital's newborn care unit, this might make those pricks less uncomfortable.
Ankara, BeşevlerAges 1 day–4 weeks - NCT07070245Enrolling by invitation
Comparing two therapies for plantar fasciitis pain
This study compares two hands-on treatments for plantar fasciitis: a technique using tools to massage the tissue and a method that involves holding the foot in a specific position. It aims to see which better reduces heel pain and improves movement.
Port Said, Port Said GovernorateAges 30–50 - NCT06386406Recruiting
A pre-made shoe insert for treating heel pain
This study tests a specially designed shoe insole for people with long-term heel pain from plantar fasciitis that hasn't gotten better with other treatments. It aims to see if the insole can help reduce pain and improve walking comfort.
LuganoAges 18–70 - NCT06805942Recruiting
Embolization for heel pain from plantar fasciitis
This study tests a minimally invasive procedure called embolization to reduce heel pain caused by plantar fasciitis. It blocks tiny blood vessels in the painful area, which may relieve pain and help you walk more comfortably.
Falls Church, VirginiaAges 22–100 - NCT06967168Recruiting
Heel pain treatment options feasibility study
This study tests different ways to treat heel pain using self-help resources like exercise guides or videos. It aims to find out what works best for people with heel pain.
Cardiff, WalesAges 18 years+ - NCT07241884Recruiting
Plantar fascia embolization with SakuraBead for heel pain
This trial tests a new treatment for plantar fasciitis using tiny beads (SakuraBead) that are injected to block abnormal blood vessels and reduce pain. It may help people with chronic heel pain that hasn't improved with other treatments.
Tashkent, UzbekistanAges 18–75 - NCT07600229Recruiting
Barefoot Walking vs. Standard Care for Heel Pain
This study compares barefoot walking to standard conservative care (like stretching and supportive shoes) for plantar fasciitis—a common cause of heel pain. Researchers want to see if walking barefoot helps reduce pain and improve function in people with persistent heel discomfort.
Carlow, Carlow CountyAges 18–70 - NCT07006389Enrolling by invitation
Shock wave therapy for plantar fasciitis follow-up study
This study looks at how well shock wave therapy works for people with plantar fasciitis that hasn't improved with other treatments. If you've already had shock wave therapy 3 to 6 months ago, your experience could help doctors understand what makes the treatment effective.
IstanbulAges 18 years+ - NCT07716813Recruiting
Breast milk or sugar water for pain during heel prick in babies
This study tests whether giving breast milk or sugar water (10% or 20% dextrose) just before a routine heel prick can reduce pain and keep your baby's heart rate and oxygen levels more stable. It is designed for moderately premature babies in the NICU.
MersinAges 7 months–3.1 years - NCT07715682Recruiting
Gentle touch and calm for premature babies' blood tests
This study tests whether gentle human touch and fewer distractions can help reduce pain and improve comfort for premature babies during a standard heel-prick blood test.
AnkaraAges 7 months–9 months - NCT07081048Recruiting
Reducing newborn pain during a heel stick blood test
This study tests two pain-relief methods during a heel stick blood draw in full-term newborns. The goal is to find which method helps babies feel less pain and stay more comfortable.
MersinAges 1 day–1 month
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for heel pain?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 14 recruiting heel pain studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a heel pain trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a heel pain trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.