Testing metformin for chronic Achilles tendon pain
Treatments studied
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Injuries & trauma, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests whether a common diabetes medication, metformin, can help people with chronic Achilles tendon pain. If you have this condition and meet certain health requirements, you may be able to join.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with Achilles tendon pain (Achilles tendinopathy).
- Your pain score on a standard scale is between 20 and 70 out of 100.
- You have not taken metformin in the last 6 months.
- Your body mass index (BMI) is 30 or lower.
- You do not have diabetes or high blood sugar (HbA1c > 6.5).
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
Similar studies
Other trials that look related to this one.
This study tests whether extra support from a clinician during a progressive exercise program helps people with Achilles tendon pain improve faster. You'll do exercises that gradually increase the load on your tendon, with guidance from a physical therapist via video visits.
This trial studies whether percutaneous electrolysis can improve long-lasting Achilles tendon pain. It compares the treatment against a placebo and aims to reduce pain and symptoms in people with MRI-proven tendinopathy.
This study tests whether gentle resistance exercises plus a blood-flow restriction wrap can reduce long-lasting Achilles tendon pain. You may be asked to train in the clinic several times a week for 12 weeks.
This trial tests a collagen-based medical device used along with physical therapy to see if it helps people with Achilles tendon pain heal and improve function. You may be a good candidate if your symptoms are recent and the tendon problem is confirmed by ultrasound.
This trial tests a minimally invasive procedure using low-temperature radiofrequency coblation to treat Achilles tendon pain. It may help people with chronic midportion Achilles tendinopathy who have not found relief with other treatments.
This trial studies whether electrical “deep needling” (a clinician inserts very thin needles and uses electricity) added to stretching and exercises can reduce Achilles tendon pain. It’s mainly for people with Achilles tendinopathy that started at least 3 months ago.
Hear when a new Tendinopathy trial opens
We’ll email you when one opens — at most once a week, no account needed, unsubscribe anytime.