Foot Position During Achilles Tendon Pain Recovery
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study tests whether the position of your foot during exercises affects how well your Achilles tendon heals and how much pain you experience. Researchers will compare different foot positions during rehabilitation to see which works best for reducing Achilles tendon pain and improving tendon strength.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old
- Your BMI (body mass index) is between 18.5 and 30
- You have had Achilles tendon pain on and off for at least 3 weeks in the past 6 months
- A doctor can feel a thickened area in your Achilles tendon
- You have pain in your Achilles tendon when it is pressed and during activities like running or jumping
- An ultrasound shows thickening and changes in your Achilles tendon consistent with tendinopathy
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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