Chronic Plantar Heel PainNCT07920419
Effects of Subtalar Mobilization With and Without Foot Core Strengthening in Chronic Plantar Heel Pain
A study testing Basline treatment+Subtalar joint mobilization and Basline treatment+Subtalar joint mobilization +Foot core strengthening in people with Chronic Plantar Heel Pain, run by University of Management and Technology Lahore at 1 site in Pakistan.
Trial summary
Chronic plantar heel pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal disorders affecting the foot and ankle region. It is frequently associated with plantar fasciitis and is characterized by pain at the medial calcaneal tubercle, especially during the first steps in the morning or after prolonged periods of rest. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 40 to 60 years
- Conditions the study is for
- Chronic Plantar Heel Pain
- What is being tested?
- Basline treatment+Subtalar joint mobilization and Basline treatment+Subtalar joint mobilization +Foot core strengthening
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 36 participants
- Where
- 1 sitePakistan
- Study dates
- 31 Oct 2026to 31 Dec 2026
- Phase
- Interventional
- Are there results?
- Not yet: the study is under way
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 40 to 60 years
- All sexes
- No healthy volunteers
- Adult
Who may be able to join
- Male and female participants aged between 40 and 60 years. Clinically diagnosed with chronic plantar heel pain/plantar fasciitis. Duration of symptoms greater than 3 months. Pain experienced during the first few steps in the morning or after prolonged periods of rest.
- Pain localized to the medial plantar aspect of the heel. NPRS score 4 to 6 during the first steps in the morning or during weight bearing activities.
- Participants with Foot Function Index (FFI) score ≥30% Windlass test positive
Who cannot join
- Previous foot or ankle surgery.History of fracture involving the foot, ankle, or lower limb within the previous 6 months.
- Corticosteroid injection in the affected foot within the last 3 months. Neurological disorders affecting balance or gait. Systemic inflammatory conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, or gout.
- Tarsal tunnel syndrome or other peripheral nerve entrapment disorders. Pregnancy. Diabetes mellitus with peripheral neuropathy. Acute trauma to the foot or ankle. Participation in another physiotherapy treatment program for plantar heel pain during the study period.
- Severe lower limb musculoskeletal disorders that may influence functional outcomes.
- Bilateral planter heel pain
- -
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
About this study
Official title: EFFECTS OF SUBTALAR JOINT MOBILIZATION WITH AND WITHOUT FOOT CORE STRENGTHENING ON PAIN, DYNAMIC BALANCE, POSTURE AND DISABILITY IN PATIENTS WITH CHRONIC PLANTAR HEEL PAIN
Chronic plantar heel pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal disorders affecting the foot and ankle region. It is frequently associated with plantar fasciitis and is characterized by pain at the medial calcaneal tubercle, especially during the first steps in the morning or after prolonged periods of rest. Chronic plantar heel pain negatively affects gait mechanics, balance, foot posture, functional activities. The condition is prevalent among physically active individuals, overweight adults, and people with prolonged standing occupations. Despite the availability of several conservative treatment approaches, optimal management remains controversial. Subtalar joint mobilization is commonly used in physiotherapy practice to improve joint biomechanics, restore mobility reduce pain, and enhance functional movement patterns. Similarly, foot core strengthening exercises aim to activate intrinsic foot muscles, improve medial longitudinal arch stability, and enhance dynamic balance and postural control. Recent evidence suggests that both interventions may independently improve symptoms associated with plantar heel pain; however, limited literature is available regarding their combined effectiveness.
The purpose of this study is to compare the effects of subtalar joint mobilization with and without foot core strengthening on pain, dynamic balance, foot posture and disability in patients with chronic plantar heel pain.
Read more
This study will be a randomized clinical trial conducted on individuals diagnosed with chronic plantar heel pain. Participants will be randomly allocated into two groups. Group A will receive subtalar joint mobilization +Baseline treatment, while Group B will receive subtalar joint mobilization combined with foot core strengthening exercises+baselinetreatment. Outcome measures will include Numeric Pain Scale (NPRS) for pain, Foot Function Index (FFI) for functional disability, Y-Balance Test or Star Excursion Balance Test for dynamic balance, Foot Posture Index-6 (FPI-6) for foot posture assessment.
The intervention protocol will be conducted over a specified treatment duration with pre- and post-treatment assessments. Data will be analysed using SPSS software. The findings of this study may provide evidence regarding a more effective rehabilitation strategy for patients with chronic plantar heel pain and may help physiotherapists improve clinical decision-making and patient outcomes.
Read the detailed description
This study will investigate the effects of subtalar joint mobilization, with and without foot core strengthening, on pain, dynamic balance, foot posture, and disability in patients with chronic plantar heel pain. Participants will be divided into three groups. All groups will receive the baseline treatment, while Group A will additionally receive subtalar joint mobilization and Group B will receive subtalar joint mobilization combined with foot core strengthening exercises. The intervention will be delivered three times per week for four weeks, for a total of 12 supervised sessions. Outcomes will be assessed before and after the intervention using the Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS), Y Balance Test, Foot Function Index (FFI), and Foot Posture Index-6 (FPI-6).
Arm Description: baseline treatment only Participants will receive baseline treatment consisting of pulsed ultrasound (50% duty cycle, 1 MHz, 1.5 W/cm² for 5 minutes), plantar fascia-specific stretching, gastrocnemius stretching, and soleus stretching. Stretching will be performed for three sets of three repetitions, with each stretch held for 30 seconds. Participants will also be instructed to perform the stretching exercises at home twice daily. Treatment will be provided three times per week for four weeks.
Experimental Group A-Basline treatment+Subtalar joint mobilization Participants will receive the same baseline treatment as the control group, along with subtalar joint mobilization. Mobilization will be performed with the participant in a side-lying position. The talus will be stabilized while the calcaneus is grasped to apply lateral and medial gliding techniques to facilitate calcaneal eversion and inversion, respectively. Each glide will be applied for 1.5 minutes, for a total mobilization time of 3 minutes per session. Treatment will be delivered three times per week for four weeks.
Experimental Group B-Basline treatment+Subtalar joint mobilization +Foot core strengthening Participants will receive the same baseline treatment and subtalar joint mobilization as Group A, in addition to a progressive foot core strengthening program. Exercises will include foot doming, toe spreading, towel curls, double-leg heel raises, single-leg heel raises, balance-board exercises, and foot relaxation. During sessions 1-6 (weeks 1-2), exercises will be performed at the initial prescribed repetitions and durations. During sessions 7-12 (weeks 3-4), repetitions and exercise duration will be progressed according to the study protocol. Treatment will be delivered three times per week for four weeks.
- Conditions
- Chronic Plantar Heel Pain
- Being tested
- Basline treatment+Subtalar joint mobilization, Basline treatment+Subtalar joint mobilization +Foot core strengthening
- Keywords
- subtalar joint mobilization, foot core strengthening, Numeric pain rating scale, functional disability, foot posture index, dynamic balance
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Basline treatment+Subtalar joint mobilizationOther
Participants will receive the same baseline treatment as the control group, along with subtalar joint mobilization. Mobilization will be performed with the participant in a side-lying position. The talus will be stabilized while the calcaneus is grasped to apply lateral and medial gliding techniques to facilitate calcaneal eversion and inversion, respectively. Each glide will be applied for 1.5 minutes, for a total mobilization time of 3 minutes per session. Treatment will be delivered three times per week for four weeks.
Basline treatment+Subtalar joint mobilization +Foot core strengtheningOther
Participants will receive the same baseline treatment and subtalar joint mobilization as Group A, in addition to a progressive foot core strengthening program. Exercises will include foot doming, toe spreading, towel curls, double-leg heel raises, single-leg heel raises, balance-board exercises, and foot relaxation. During sessions 1-6 (weeks 1-2), exercises will be performed at the initial prescribed repetitions and durations. During sessions 7-12 (weeks 3-4), repetitions and exercise duration will be progressed according to the study protocol. Treatment will be delivered three times per week for four weeks.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Basline treatment+Subtalar joint mobilization | Experimental | Participants will receive the same baseline treatment as the control group, along with subtalar joint mobilization. Mobilization will be performed with the participant in a side-lying position. The talus will be stabilized while the calcaneus is grasped to apply lateral and medial gliding techniques to facilitate calcaneal eversion and inversion, respectively. Each glide will be applied for 1.5 minutes, for a total mobilization time of 3 minutes per session. Treatment will be delivered three times per week for four weeks Receives: Other: Basline treatment+Subtalar joint mobilization |
| Basline treatment+Subtalar joint mobilization +Foot core strengthening | Active comparator | Participants will receive the same baseline treatment and subtalar joint mobilization as Group A, in addition to a progressive foot core strengthening program. Exercises will include foot doming, toe spreading, towel curls, double-leg heel raises, single-leg heel raises, balance-board exercises, and foot relaxation. During sessions 1-6 (weeks 1-2), exercises will be performed at the initial prescribed repetitions and durations. During sessions 7-12 (weeks 3-4), repetitions and exercise duration will be progressed according to the study protocol. Treatment will be delivered three times per week for four weeks. Receives: Other: Basline treatment+Subtalar joint mobilization +Foot core strengthening |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
NPRS
The Numeric pain rating scale NPRS is an 11-point scale ranging from 0 to 10 used to assess pain intensity, where 0 indicates no pain and 10 indicates the worst pain imaginable.
Measured: BASELINE AND AFTER 4 WEEKS
FOOT FUNCTION INDEX
The Foot Function Index (FFI) is a standardized questionnaire used to assess the impact of foot pathology on pain, disability, and activity limitation. The questionnaire contains 23 items divided into three subscales:
- Pain Subscale • Disability Subscale • Activity Limitation Subscale Scores range from 0 to 100, with higher scores indicating greater disability and functional impairment
Measured: BASELINE AND AFTER 4 WEEKS
FOOT POSTURE INDEX-6 (FPI-6)
The Foot Posture Index-6 is a clinical assessment tool used to quantify static foot posture. It evaluates six criteria:
- Talar head palpation • Supra and infra malleolar curvature • Calcaneal frontal plane position • Talonavicular prominence • Medial longitudinal arch height • Forefoot abduction/adduction. Each item is scored from -2 to +2. Total scores range from -12 to +12. Interpretation: • Negative scores indicate supinated foot posture. • Positive scores indicate pronated foot posture. • Scores around zero indicate neutral posture.
Measured: BASELINE AND AFTER 4 WEEKS
Y-BALANCE TEST (YBT)
The Y-Balance Test is a reliable measure of dynamic balance and neuromuscular control. It is a simplified version of the Star Excursion Balance Test. Participants maintain a single-leg stance while reaching in three directions:
- Anterior • Posteromedial • Posterolateral Reach distances are recorded and normalized to limb length. Greater reach distances indicate better dynamic balance performance.
Measured: BASELINE AND AFTER 4 WEEKS
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted5 Nov 2026
- Study start31 Oct 2026
- Primary completion31 Dec 2026 (estimated)
- Study completion31 Dec 2026 (estimated)
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for Chronic Plantar Heel PainStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase N/A
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Single blind
- Who is masked
- Outcomes assessor
- Enrolment
- 36 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- University of Management and Technology Lahore
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, Tamknat Ilyas, University of Management and Technology Lahore
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07920419
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- RE-190-2026
- Status last verified
- Oct 2026
- First submitted
- 30 Oct 2026
- Last updated
- 5 Nov 2026
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- Yes
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- Yes: The results data collected , de-identified individual participant data will be shared.
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 5 Nov 2026. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- EFFECTS OF SUBTALAR JOINT MOBILIZATION WITH AND WITHOUT FOOT CORE STRENGTHENING ON PAIN, DYNAMIC BALANCE, POSTURE AND DISABILITY IN PATIENTS WITH CHRONIC PLANTAR HEEL PAIN
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07920419
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- RE-190-2026
- Conditions
- Chronic Plantar Heel Pain
- Keywords
- subtalar joint mobilization, foot core strengthening, Numeric pain rating scale, functional disability, foot posture index, dynamic balance
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Active, not recruiting
- Enrolment
- 36 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- University of Management and Technology LahoreUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 31 Oct 2026 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 31 Dec 2026 (estimated)
- Study completion
- 31 Dec 2026 (estimated)
- First posted
- 5 Nov 2026 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
Chronic plantar heel pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal disorders affecting the foot and ankle region. It is frequently associated with plantar fasciitis and is characterized by pain at the medial calcaneal tubercle, especially during the first steps in the morning or after prolonged periods of rest. Chronic plantar heel pain negatively affects gait mechanics, balance, foot posture, functional activities. The condition is prevalent among physically active individuals, overweight adults, and people with prolonged standing occupations. Despite the availability of several conservative treatment approaches, optimal management remains controversial. Subtalar joint mobilization is commonly used in physiotherapy practice to improve joint biomechanics, restore mobility reduce pain, and enhance functional movement patterns. Similarly, foot core strengthening exercises aim to activate intrinsic foot muscles, improve medial longitudinal arch stability, and enhance dynamic balance and postural control. Recent evidence suggests that both interventions may independently improve symptoms associated with plantar heel pain; however, limited literature is available regarding their combined effectiveness.
The purpose of this study is to compare the effects of subtalar joint mobilization with and without foot core strengthening on pain, dynamic balance, foot posture and disability in patients with chronic plantar heel pain.
This study will be a randomized clinical trial conducted on individuals diagnosed with chronic plantar heel pain. Participants will be randomly allocated into two groups. Group A will receive subtalar joint mobilization +Baseline treatment, while Group B will receive subtalar joint mobilization combined with foot core strengthening exercises+baselinetreatment. Outcome measures will include Numeric Pain Scale (NPRS) for pain, Foot Function Index (FFI) for functional disability, Y-Balance Test or Star Excursion Balance Test for dynamic balance, Foot Posture Index-6 (FPI-6) for foot posture assessment.
The intervention protocol will be conducted over a specified treatment duration with pre- and post-treatment assessments. Data will be analysed using SPSS software. The findings of this study may provide evidence regarding a more effective rehabilitation strategy for patients with chronic plantar heel pain and may help physiotherapists improve clinical decision-making and patient outcomes.
Detailed description
This study will investigate the effects of subtalar joint mobilization, with and without foot core strengthening, on pain, dynamic balance, foot posture, and disability in patients with chronic plantar heel pain. Participants will be divided into three groups. All groups will receive the baseline treatment, while Group A will additionally receive subtalar joint mobilization and Group B will receive subtalar joint mobilization combined with foot core strengthening exercises. The intervention will be delivered three times per week for four weeks, for a total of 12 supervised sessions. Outcomes will be assessed before and after the intervention using the Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS), Y Balance Test, Foot Function Index (FFI), and Foot Posture Index-6 (FPI-6).
Arm Description: baseline treatment only Participants will receive baseline treatment consisting of pulsed ultrasound (50% duty cycle, 1 MHz, 1.5 W/cm² for 5 minutes), plantar fascia-specific stretching, gastrocnemius stretching, and soleus stretching. Stretching will be performed for three sets of three repetitions, with each stretch held for 30 seconds. Participants will also be instructed to perform the stretching exercises at home twice daily. Treatment will be provided three times per week for four weeks.
Experimental Group A-Basline treatment+Subtalar joint mobilization Participants will receive the same baseline treatment as the control group, along with subtalar joint mobilization. Mobilization will be performed with the participant in a side-lying position. The talus will be stabilized while the calcaneus is grasped to apply lateral and medial gliding techniques to facilitate calcaneal eversion and inversion, respectively. Each glide will be applied for 1.5 minutes, for a total mobilization time of 3 minutes per session. Treatment will be delivered three times per week for four weeks.
Experimental Group B-Basline treatment+Subtalar joint mobilization +Foot core strengthening Participants will receive the same baseline treatment and subtalar joint mobilization as Group A, in addition to a progressive foot core strengthening program. Exercises will include foot doming, toe spreading, towel curls, double-leg heel raises, single-leg heel raises, balance-board exercises, and foot relaxation. During sessions 1-6 (weeks 1-2), exercises will be performed at the initial prescribed repetitions and durations. During sessions 7-12 (weeks 3-4), repetitions and exercise duration will be progressed according to the study protocol. Treatment will be delivered three times per week for four weeks.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Single blind (outcomes assessor)
- Number of arms
- 2
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Basline treatment+Subtalar joint mobilization | Experimental | Other: Basline treatment+Subtalar joint mobilizationParticipants will receive the same baseline treatment as the control group, along with subtalar joint mobilization. Mobilization will be performed with the participant in a side-lying position. The talus will be stabilized while the calcaneus is grasped to apply lateral and medial gliding techniques to facilitate calcaneal eversion and inversion, respectively. Each glide will be applied for 1.5 minutes, for a total mobilization time of 3 minutes per session. Treatment will be delivered three times per week for four weeks |
| Basline treatment+Subtalar joint mobilization +Foot core strengthening | Active comparator | Other: Basline treatment+Subtalar joint mobilization +Foot core strengtheningParticipants will receive the same baseline treatment and subtalar joint mobilization as Group A, in addition to a progressive foot core strengthening program. Exercises will include foot doming, toe spreading, towel curls, double-leg heel raises, single-leg heel raises, balance-board exercises, and foot relaxation. During sessions 1-6 (weeks 1-2), exercises will be performed at the initial prescribed repetitions and durations. During sessions 7-12 (weeks 3-4), repetitions and exercise duration will be progressed according to the study protocol. Treatment will be delivered three times per week for four weeks. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 40 to 60 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Not accepted
- Age groups
- Adult
Key inclusion criteria (3 listed)
- Male and female participants aged between 40 and 60 years. Clinically diagnosed with chronic plantar heel pain/plantar fasciitis. Duration of symptoms greater than 3 months. Pain experienced during the first few steps in the morning or after prolonged periods of rest.
- Pain localized to the medial plantar aspect of the heel. NPRS score 4 to 6 during the first steps in the morning or during weight bearing activities.
- Participants with Foot Function Index (FFI) score ≥30% Windlass test positive
Key exclusion criteria (6 listed)
- Previous foot or ankle surgery.History of fracture involving the foot, ankle, or lower limb within the previous 6 months.
- Corticosteroid injection in the affected foot within the last 3 months. Neurological disorders affecting balance or gait. Systemic inflammatory conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, or gout.
- Tarsal tunnel syndrome or other peripheral nerve entrapment disorders. Pregnancy. Diabetes mellitus with peripheral neuropathy. Acute trauma to the foot or ankle. Participation in another physiotherapy treatment program for plantar heel pain during the study period.
- Severe lower limb musculoskeletal disorders that may influence functional outcomes.
- Bilateral planter heel pain
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| Basline treatment+Subtalar joint mobilizationParticipants will receive the same baseline treatment as the control group, along with subtalar joint mobilization. Mobilization will be performed with the participant in a side-lying position. The talus will be stabilized while the calcaneus is grasped to apply lateral and medial gliding techniques to facilitate calcaneal eversion and inversion, respectively. Each glide will be applied for 1.5 minutes, for a total mobilization time of 3 minutes per session. Treatment will be delivered three times per week for four weeks. | Other | Basline treatment+Subtalar joint mobilization |
| Basline treatment+Subtalar joint mobilization +Foot core strengtheningParticipants will receive the same baseline treatment and subtalar joint mobilization as Group A, in addition to a progressive foot core strengthening program. Exercises will include foot doming, toe spreading, towel curls, double-leg heel raises, single-leg heel raises, balance-board exercises, and foot relaxation. During sessions 1-6 (weeks 1-2), exercises will be performed at the initial prescribed repetitions and durations. During sessions 7-12 (weeks 3-4), repetitions and exercise duration will be progressed according to the study protocol. Treatment will be delivered three times per week for four weeks. | Other | Basline treatment+Subtalar joint mobilization +Foot core strengthening |
Primary outcome
NPRS
Time frame: BASELINE AND AFTER 4 WEEKS
The Numeric pain rating scale NPRS is an 11-point scale ranging from 0 to 10 used to assess pain intensity, where 0 indicates no pain and 10 indicates the worst pain imaginable.
FOOT FUNCTION INDEX
Time frame: BASELINE AND AFTER 4 WEEKS
The Foot Function Index (FFI) is a standardized questionnaire used to assess the impact of foot pathology on pain, disability, and activity limitation. The questionnaire contains 23 items divided into three subscales: • Pain Subscale • Disability Subscale • Activity Limitation Subscale Scores range from 0 to 100, with higher scores indicating greater disability and functional impairment
FOOT POSTURE INDEX-6 (FPI-6)
Time frame: BASELINE AND AFTER 4 WEEKS
The Foot Posture Index-6 is a clinical assessment tool used to quantify static foot posture. It evaluates six criteria: • Talar head palpation • Supra and infra malleolar curvature • Calcaneal frontal plane position • Talonavicular prominence • Medial longitudinal arch height • Forefoot abduction/adduction. Each item is scored from -2 to +2. Total scores range from -12 to +12. Interpretation: • Negative scores indicate supinated foot posture. • Positive scores indicate pronated foot posture. • Scores around zero indicate neutral posture.
Y-BALANCE TEST (YBT)
Time frame: BASELINE AND AFTER 4 WEEKS
The Y-Balance Test is a reliable measure of dynamic balance and neuromuscular control. It is a simplified version of the Star Excursion Balance Test. Participants maintain a single-leg stance while reaching in three directions: • Anterior • Posteromedial • Posterolateral Reach distances are recorded and normalized to limb length. Greater reach distances indicate better dynamic balance performance.
Results and safety
This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 5 Nov 2026.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: Yes. The results data collected , de-identified individual participant data will be shared.
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
The record lists no contact. Use the official record to reach the sponsor.
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing Basline treatment+Subtalar joint mobilization and Basline treatment+Subtalar joint mobilization +Foot core strengthening in people with Chronic Plantar Heel Pain, run by University of Management and Technology Lahore at 1 site in Pakistan.
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 3 inclusion and 6 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: under way, not looking for participants, as of the sponsor's last update on 5 Nov 2026. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Pakistan. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
NPRS (time frame: BASELINE AND AFTER 4 WEEKS). The study lists 4 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 5 Nov 2026.