Effectiveness of foot orthoses for plantar fasciitis: a randomised trial
Effectiveness on pain and function of foot orthoses for plantar fasciitis: a randomised trial
Dr Karl B Landorf
120 participants
Apr 1, 1999
Interventional
Conditions
Summary
Plantar fasciitis is a condition that causes pain in the arch or heel of the foot. It is commonly treated by using foot orthoses (orthotics or shoe insoles). This trial aimed to evaluate the effect of three types of foot orthoses used to treat plantar fasciitis. The trial’s primary hypotheses were (i) do commonly prescribed foot orthoses reduce pain in people with plantar fasciitis, and (ii) do commonly prescribed foot orthoses improve function in people with plantar fasciitis. The trial assessed changes in pain and function in both the short-term (i.e. after 3 months of treatment) and the long-term (i.e. after 12 months of treatment).
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria1
- Participants needed to have a clinical diagnosis of plantar fasciitis and had suffered symptoms for at least four weeks.
Exclusion Criteria1
- They were excluded if they had a history of a major orthopaedic or medical condition (e.g. inflammatory arthritis or diabetes) that may have influenced the condition.
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Interventions
Foot orthoses for a 12 month intervention period: (ii) prefabricated orthosis (firm foam), (iii) customized orthosis (semi-rigid, plastic)
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ACTRN12606000091505