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Effects of Kinesio Taping in Adjunct to Traditional Physical Therapy on Pain, Range of Motion and Gait Parameters in Patients With Plantar Fasciitis: a Randomized Controlled Trial
Led by Foundation University Islamabad · Updated on 2024-08-02
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Participants Needed
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Research Sites
2 weeks
Total Duration
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What this Trial Is About
Researchers are evaluating the effects of Kinesio taping combined with traditional physical therapy compared to physical therapy alone in adults aged 20 to 40 years diagnosed with plantar fasciitis. This randomized controlled trial aims to assess pain levels, ankle range of motion, and gait parameters such as cadence, cycle time, gait speed, and stride length to better understand the benefits of adding Kinesio taping to standard treatment. Participants are divided into two groups: one receiving traditional physical therapy consisting of TENS plus cold packs applied for 10 minutes on the plantar aspect of the foot and stretching exercises done twice daily, and the other receiving the same physical therapy plus Kinesio taping treatment. Both groups undergo 30-minute therapy sessions three times a week for two consecutive weeks, totaling six sessions. Kinesio taping involves applying straps with specific tension to the foot to provide support. Throughout the study, pain intensity will be measured using a Numeric Pain Rating Scale, range of motion at the ankle joint will be assessed with goniometry, and gait will be evaluated through a 30-meter walk test. Baseline and post-intervention measurements will be taken. Participants provide informed consent and are monitored for changes over the two-week treatment period, with the trial concluding on January 30, 2025.
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Brief Title
"Effects of Kinesio Taping in Adjunct to Traditional Physical Therapy on Pain, Range of Motion and Gait Parameters in Patients With Plantar Fasciitis : a Randomized Controlled Trail"
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Both genders
- Age 20-40 years
- Diagnosed cases of plantar fasciitis according to American Physical Therapy Association criteria
- Plantar medial heel pain noticeable with initial steps after inactivity or prolonged weight bearing
- Heel pain following recent increase in weight-bearing activity
- Pain with palpation of the proximal insertion of the plantar fascia
- Positive windlass test
- Negative tarsal tunnel tests
- Limited active and passive ankle joint dorsiflexion
- Abnormal Foot Posture Index score
You will not qualify if you...
- Recent steroid injections
- History of ankle or foot surgery
- History of arthritis
- Radiculopathy
- Diabetic foot
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Your Study Journey
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
1 visit (in-person)
Duration - 2 weeks
Participants receive traditional physical therapy, which includes TENS and cold pack for 10 minutes and stretching exercises. Some participants also receive additional kinesio taping treatment.
6 sessions over 2 weeks (approximately 3 sessions per week, each lasting 30 minutes)
Duration - Immediately after 2 weeks of treatment
Participants have their pain intensity, range of motion, and gait parameters assessed after the treatment period.
1 visit (in-person)
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Foundation University College of Physical Therapy
Rawalpindi, Punjab Province, Pakistan, 46000
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Research Team
F
Fatima Shakeel, MS-MSKPT*
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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