Foot supports for painful bunion
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests whether custom foot supports (orthoses) can reduce pain from bunions, which are bony bumps at the base of the big toe. If you have a painful bunion, you might find relief by wearing these supports in your shoes.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 74 years old.
- You have a bunion on one or both feet that has been painful for at least 3 months, with pain of 3 or more on a 0-10 scale when standing or walking.
- You can walk without a cane or walker.
- You are willing to wear shoes that fit the foot supports every day.
- You agree to avoid other treatments like pain medication or physical therapy during the study.
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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