Self-Myofascial Release Plus Exercise Versus Exercise Alone in Type 2 Diabetes

This randomized controlled trial aims to investigate the effects of adding self-myofascial release applied to the plantar fascia and gastrosoleus muscles to an exercise program on foot function, physical performance, and plantar fascia thickness in individuals with type 2 diabetes. Participants aged 30 to 65 years with controlled type 2 diabetes will be randomly allocated to either an exercise-only group or an exercise plus self-myofascial release group. Both groups will complete an eight-week supervised exercise program three times per week. The intervention group will additionally perform self-myofascial release using a foam roller before exercise sessions. Outcomes will include foot function, balance, functional mobility, gait performance, and plantar fascia thickness assessed by ultrasonography before and after the intervention.

NCT Number	NCT07414914
Lead Sponsor	Izmir Katip Celebi University Collaborators: Cigli Regional Training Hospital
Conditions	Type 2 Diabetes
Enrollment	40 participants
Start Date	2025-11-03
Primary Completion	2026-05-04 (estimated)
Study Completion	2026-05-04 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2026-02-17