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Effects of Low-Dye Taping Compared to Calcaneal Taping in Patients With Plantar Fasciitis
Led by Foundation University Islamabad · Updated on 2026-04-22
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Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
12 weeks
Total Duration
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
Plantar fasciitis is a common musculoskeletal condition characterized by inflammation and microtears of the plantar fascia, leading to heel pain, particularly during initial steps after rest. It negatively impacts gait, mobility, and overall quality of life. Physiotherapy interventions such as stretching, strengthening, electrotherapy, and taping techniques are commonly used for management. Among these, Low-Dye taping and calcaneal taping provide biomechanical support by reducing strain on the plantar fascia and improving foot posture; however, comparative evidence between the two is limited. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of Low-Dye taping versus calcaneal taping in reducing pain and improving foot function in patients with plantar fasciitis. A total of 36 participants will be randomly assigned to either intervention group and treated over a two-week period. Outcome measures will include pain (VAS), functional ability (FFI), ankle range of motion (goniometer), and gait analysis, assessed before and after intervention. Data will be analyzed using SPSS v27, with statistical significance set at p \< 0.05.
CONDITIONS
Official Title
Effects of Low-Dye Taping Compared to Calcaneal Taping in Patients With Plantar Fasciitis
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Adults aged 19 to 44 years
- Both males and females are eligible
- Heel pain lasting longer than three months
- Clinical diagnosis of unilateral plantar fasciitis following American Physical Therapy Association Orthopedic Section guidelines
- Positive windlass test
- Negative tarsal tunnel tests
- Limited active and passive ankle dorsiflexion
- Pain most noticeable with first steps after rest and worsens after prolonged standing or walking
- Willing and able to comply with study procedures and follow-up
- Positive plantar fascia tests including windlass mechanism, hop test, stair climbing
- Sedentary lifestyle, no exercise plan followed in past 3 months
You will not qualify if you...
- Previous surgery for plantar fasciitis
- Congenital foot abnormalities
- Systemic disorders affecting lower limbs such as rheumatoid arthritis, diabetes, or peripheral neuropathy
- Additional foot disorders like stress fractures, Achilles tendinopathy, or nerve entrapment syndromes
- Skin sensitivity or allergy preventing taping
- Unwilling or unable to comply with study procedures and follow-up
- Pregnant women
- Mental illness
- Immune suppressed patients
- Peripheral vascular disease
- Thrombocytopenia
- Patients on anti-coagulant therapy
- Patients who have had a mastectomy
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Foundation University Islamabad
Islamabad, Punjab Province, Pakistan, 46000
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Research Team
A
Areej Mazhar, DPT
CONTACT
A
Anam Rehman, MS-OMPT
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How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
NONE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
2
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