U.S., March 14 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT07471035) titled 'Focused Shockwave Therapy for Plantar Fasciopathy: A Randomized Controlled Trial' on March 10.
Brief Summary: This study investigates whether focused Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (fESWT) helps people with chronic heel pain, commonly known as plantar fasciitis. Many patients suffer from this condition for more than six months without relief.
The study compares two groups: one receiving fESWT treatment plus a specific exercise program, and a "wait-list" group that only performs the exercises at first. The shockwave treatment uses precise sound waves targeted at the painful area to stimulate the body's natural healing process.
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