Steroid Injections for Long-Term Achilles Tendon Pain
Treatments studied
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests whether steroid injections can help people with chronic Achilles tendon pain (the tendon at the back of your heel) who haven't improved with physical therapy and exercise. The injection is designed to reduce inflammation and pain in the middle part of the tendon.
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Who can take part
- Age 18–65 years
- Achilles tendon pain in the middle section, confirmed by ultrasound
- Symptoms lasting at least 6 months
- You've tried physical therapy and exercise for at least 3 months without enough relief
- No previous surgery or steroid injection on this tendon
- Not allergic to the steroid (Depo-Medrol) or local anesthetic (Lidocaine)
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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