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Cognitive Training for Pain , Balance and Foot Function in Plantar Fasciitis
Led by Beni-Suef University · Updated on 2026-05-06
80
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
15 weeks
Total Duration
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
This randomized controlled trial aims to compare the effects of cognitive training exercises versus stretching and strengthening exercises on pain, functional dilatability, and static balance. Participants will be assigned to two groups: a cognitive training group or a stretching and strengthening exercise group. The cognitive training group will perform exercises targeting cognitive and neuromuscular control plus stretching and strengthening exercise , while the control group will perform stretching and strengthing exercises only. Outcome measures will include pain intensity, foot functional disability , and static balance. The results of this study will provide evidence regarding the effectiveness of cognitive training with stretching and strengthing exercises compared to stretching and strengthIng only exercises in improving musculoskeletal function and balance.
CONDITIONS
Official Title
Cognitive Training for Pain , Balance and Foot Function in Plantar Fasciitis
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Adults aged 18 to 60 years
- Clinically diagnosed with plantar fasciitis by a physician or physiotherapist
- Experiencing heel pain for at least 4 weeks
- Ability to stand and perform basic functional and balance tests
- Willingness to participate and provide informed consent
- Not currently receiving other structured physical therapy or cognitive training programs during the study period
You will not qualify if you...
- History of lower limb surgery or fractures affecting the foot or ankle
- Presence of neurological disorders affecting balance or motor control (e.g., stroke, Parkinson's disease)
- Systemic inflammatory or rheumatologic conditions (e.g., rheumatoid arthritis)
- Severe musculoskeletal deformities of the lower limb or foot
- Recent corticosteroid injection in the heel region within the last 3 months
- Current participation in other structured rehabilitation or exercise programs
- Pregnancy (if applicable due to balance and biomechanical changes)
- Inability to understand or follow instructions related to the intervention
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Outpatient clinics of the Faculty of Physical Therapy, Beni Suef University
Cairo, Egypt
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Research Team
S
Sahar M Abdelmutilibe, PHD
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How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
SINGLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
2
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