Massage and scraping therapy for heel pain
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study compares two non-surgical treatments for plantar fasciitis, a common cause of heel pain. One uses deep friction massage and the other uses a special scraping tool. Both aim to reduce pain and improve function.
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Who can take part
- You are between 19 and 44 years old.
- You have had heel pain for more than 3 months.
- You have been diagnosed with plantar fasciitis (pain under the heel, especially with first steps after rest).
- You do not have other foot problems like fractures, Achilles tendon issues, or nerve problems.
- You do not have open wounds, skin infections, or other conditions that make scraping therapy unsafe.
- You are not pregnant and do not have conditions like diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, or immune problems.
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