Clinical Trial

Relationship Between Central Sensitization and Clinical Features in Plantar Fasciitis

Recruiting
View on ClinicalTrials.gov →
Summary
Plantar fasciitis is a common cause of heel pain and is traditionally considered a mechanical musculoskeletal disorder. Recent evidence suggests that central sensitization may also contribute to pain in individuals with plantar fasciitis. This study aims to investigate the relationships between neurophysiological variables (pressure pain threshold, central sensitization, and pain intensity), psychological factors (pain catastrophizing, kinesiophobia, anxiety, and depression), ultrasonographic findings (plantar fascia thickness), and functional outcomes (foot function and quality of life) in patients with plantar fasciitis.
Trial Details
NCT Number NCT07640620
Lead Sponsor Sultan Abdulhamid Han Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
Conditions Plantar Fasciitis
Enrollment 128 participants
Start Date 2026-04-07
Primary Completion 2026-09-20 (estimated)
Study Completion 2026-09-20 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov 2026-06-11