Semi-rigid foot insole for flat feet without pain
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Genetic & congenital clinical trials.
This study tests whether a semi-rigid shoe insert can help young adults with flexible flat feet that are not painful. If you have flat feet but not constant pain, this trial may help improve foot function.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have flexible flat feet (arch flattens when standing but comes back when sitting).
- You do not have foot pain rated 4 or higher on a 0-10 pain scale in the last 3 months.
- You are 18 to 35 years old.
- Your body mass index (BMI) is under 30.
- You have not had any surgery on your legs or feet.
- You have not broken any foot bones or had ankle injuries.
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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