Foot exercises and taping for low back pain with flat feet
Part of Pain clinical trials.
This study tests whether simple foot exercises combined with special tape on the foot can reduce low back pain in people whose feet roll inward too much (a condition called hyper-pronation). It may help if you have had back pain for months and also have flat feet.
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Who can take part
- You are between 25 and 45 years old.
- You have low back pain that has lasted more than 3 months.
- Your pain level is at least 3 on a 0–10 scale.
- You have flat feet or your feet roll inward too much (over-pronation).
- You are not pregnant and have no recent foot/back injuries, serious spine conditions, or other foot problems like plantar fasciitis.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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