Plantar Fasciitis, ChronicNCT07754214
Outcomes of the Proprioception and Strengthening Exercise Program in Chronic Plantar Fasciitis
A study testing Stretching, Proprioception and Stretching Exercises and Knee Strengthening and Stretching Exercises in people with Plantar Fasciitis, Chronic, run by Karamanoğlu Mehmetbey University at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
Trial summary
Plantar fasciitis is a common cause of heel pain, and although stretching exercises are a standard first-line treatment, current evidence on adding proprioception or knee-strengthening exercises remains limited. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 18 to 65 years
- Conditions the study is for
- Plantar Fasciitis, Chronic
- What is being tested?
- Stretching, Proprioception and Stretching Exercises and Knee Strengthening and Stretching Exercises
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 105 participants
- Where
- 1 siteTurkey (Türkiye)
- Study dates
- 1 Aug 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 18 to 65 years
- All sexes
- No healthy volunteers
- Adult, Older adult
Who may be able to join
- Age between 18 and 65 years.
- Formal diagnosis of plantar fasciitis, characterized by sharp pain during the first steps in the morning, pain that increases with prolonged activity, localized tenderness on palpation of the medial calcaneal tubercle or proximal fascia, and a positive Windlass test.
- Symptom duration of at least 3 months.
- Heel pain intensity score of Visual Analog Scale (VAS) > 3.
- Voluntary agreement to participate, evidenced by signing the written informed consent form.
Who cannot join
- History of acute lower-extremity trauma.
- History of prior foot or ankle surgery.
- Corticosteroid injection to the affected heel within the preceding 6 months.
- Presence of systemic inflammatory or rheumatologic disease.
- Uncontrolled systemic disease (e.g., uncontrolled hypertension, uncontrolled diabetes mellitus).
- Current or past history of malignancy.
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- Current pregnancy.
- Body mass index (BMI) ≥ 30 kg/m².
- Any musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, ocular, or vestibular disorder that could impair balance or limit the ability to stand unsupported.
- Neurocognitive or psychiatric conditions precluding adherence to the exercise protocols or outcome assessments.
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country. Contact the study team or a site near you to ask about taking part.
Turkey (Türkiye)1 site, 1 recruiting
- Recruiting
Karaman Training and Research Hospital
Karaman, Karaman, 70100
Sule Kosar, MD, +90 506 145 9656, sulekosar@kmu.edu.tr
Aynur Basaran, Prof.MD, +90 537 562 06 66, aynurbasaran@gmail.com
About this study
Plantar fasciitis is a common cause of heel pain, and although stretching exercises are a standard first-line treatment, current evidence on adding proprioception or knee-strengthening exercises remains limited. This study investigates whether adding knee strengthening or proprioception exercises to a standard stretching program improves pain, function, and disability in patients with chronic plantar fasciitis, and whether these interventions produce measurable changes in the biomechanical and kinesiological properties of the foot, ankle, and knee.
Read the detailed description
Plantar fasciitis is a degenerative condition of the plantar fascia and one of the most common musculoskeletal disorders affecting the foot, with an estimated prevalence of approximately 10% in the general population. It is diagnosed clinically based on history and physical examination, typically presenting as sharp heel pain during the first steps in the morning or after rest, tenderness on palpation of the medial calcaneal tuberosity, and a positive Windlass test. Risk factors include reduced ankle and first metatarsophalangeal joint range of motion, obesity, prolonged weight-bearing, and inappropriate footwear.
Stretching of the plantar fascia and gastrocnemius-soleus complex is a well-established, evidence-based treatment for plantar fasciitis. However, the underlying mechanism of the condition cannot be fully explained by tissue shortening and mechanical loading alone; impaired neuromuscular control and balance also appear to play a contributory role. Prior research has found that adding hip- and ankle-directed strengthening exercises to a stretching program provides no additional benefit over stretching alone in patients with plantar fasciitis, while other studies have reported reduced hamstring and quadriceps muscle strength in this population. Individuals with plantar fasciitis have also been shown to exhibit impaired postural balance and an increased risk of falls. While proprioception exercises have demonstrated benefit in the rehabilitation of ankle injuries, their effectiveness has not yet been established in plantar fasciitis. Given these gaps, this study aims to evaluate whether knee-strengthening and proprioception exercises, when added to a standard stretching program, provide additional benefit in reducing pain and disability and improving the biomechanical and kinesiological properties of the foot, ankle, and knee in patients with plantar fasciitis.
- Conditions
- Plantar Fasciitis, Chronic
- Being tested
- Stretching, Proprioception and Stretching Exercises, Knee Strengthening and Stretching Exercises
- Keywords
- plantar fasciitis, strengthening, stretching, proprioception, chronic plantar fasciitis
- Medical subject headings
- Fasciitis, Plantar
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
StretchingOther
Participants will perform standardized plantar fascia and gastrocnemius-soleus stretching exercises. The protocol consists of stretching twice daily, 7 days per week, for 6 weeks.
Proprioception and Stretching ExercisesOther
In addition to the standard stretching protocol, participants in this group will perform a supervised, 6-week progressive proprioception exercise program administered by a physiotherapist three times per week. Exercises will be performed under both eyes-open and eyes-closed conditions on progressively less stable surfaces with task difficulty advanced on a weekly basis.
Knee Strengthening and Stretching ExercisesOther
In addition to the standard stretching protocol, participants in this group will perform a supervised, 6-week progressive knee-strengthening program administered by a physiotherapist three times per week.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Stretching Only | Active comparator | This group will perform plantar fascia-gastrocnemius-soleus stretching exercises alone (twice daily, 7 days per week, for 6 weeks). Receives: Other: Stretching |
| Stretching and Proprioception | Experimental | In addition to the standard stretching program, this group will receive supervised proprioception exercises three times per week for 6 weeks. Receives: Other: Proprioception and Stretching Exercises |
| Stretching and Knee Strengthening | Experimental | In addition to the standard stretching program, this group will receive supervised knee strengthening exercises three times per week for 6 weeks. Receives: Other: Knee Strengthening and Stretching Exercises |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Pain Intensity (First-Step Morning, Evening, and Overall Daily Pain)
Pain intensity during the first steps in the morning, before going to bed, and overall daily pain will be assessed using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS). The scale consists of a 10-cm horizontal line ranging from 0 (no pain) to 10 (worst imaginable pain), on which participants mark the point corresponding to their perceived pain level.
Measured: Baseline (Week 0), post-intervention (Week 6), and follow-up (Week 12).
Pressure Pain Threshold (PPT)
PPT will be assessed using a Baseline® 12-1442 dolorimeter (22-lb sensitivity range; Fabrication Enterprises Inc., USA) to evaluate deep-tissue mechanical sensitivity. With the participant positioned prone and the feet hanging off the table, gradually increasing pressure will be applied to the midpoint of the plantar fascia insertion at the calcaneus. The pressure at which the participant first perceives pain will be recorded. Three measurements will be taken at 30-second intervals, and the mean value will be used for analysis.
Measured: Baseline (Week 0), post-intervention (Week 6), and follow-up (Week 12).
Foot Function and Health Status (Revised Foot Function Index, FFI-R)
The FFI-R is a self-reported, multidimensional questionnaire comprising 68 items across four subscales: pain and stiffness, social and emotional consequences, dysfunction, and activity limitation. Each item is scored from 1 to 4, with higher scores indicating poorer foot health and greater functional limitation.
Measured: Baseline (Week 0), post-intervention (Week 6), and follow-up (Week 12).
Foot and Ankle Function (Foot and Ankle Outcome Score, FAOS)
The FAOS is a 42-item self-reported questionnaire assessing five subscales: pain, other symptoms, activities of daily living, sports and recreation, and foot-and-ankle-related quality of life. Each item is scored from 0 to 4.
Measured: Baseline (Week 0), post-intervention (Week 6), and follow-up (Week 12).
Secondary outcomes (8)
Myofascial Tissue Biomechanical Properties
The biomechanical and viscoelastic properties of the plantar fascia, Achilles tendon, gastrocnemius medialis, soleus, biceps femoris, semitendinosus, tibialis anterior, vastus lateralis, vastus medialis, and rectus femoris will be assessed non-invasively using the MyotonPRO device (Myoton AS, Tallinn, Estonia). The device will be positioned perpendicular to the anatomical landmark of each muscle; upon delivery of a mechanical impulse, it automatically calculates muscle tone (Hz), stiffness (N/m), and elasticity (logarithmic decrement). The mean of three consecutive measurements will be recorded.
Measured: Baseline (Week 0), post-intervention (Week 6), and follow-up (Week 12).
Plantar Fascia Ultrasonographic Parameters
Musculoskeletal ultrasonography (GE Logiq® P5 system; GE Healthcare, USA) will be used to evaluate structural changes. Plantar fascia thickness will be measured longitudinally at 0.5 cm, 1 cm, and 3 cm distal to the calcaneal insertion. Qualitative parameters, including tissue echogenicity, perifascial fluid accumulation, and calcifications, will also be recorded.
Measured: Baseline (Week 0), post-intervention (Week 6), and follow-up (Week 12).
Ankle Dorsiflexion Range of Motion (ROM)
Weight-bearing ankle dorsiflexion ROM will be measured in degrees using a Baseline® 12-1057 digital inclinometer (0.1° resolution; Fabrication Enterprises Inc., USA), positioned parallel to the long axis of the tibia over the tibial tuberosity during a weight-bearing lunge test. The mean of three measurements will be recorded.
Measured: Baseline (Week 0), post-intervention (Week 6), and follow-up (Week 12).
First Metatarsophalangeal (MTP) Joint Range of Motion
Maximum active dorsiflexion and flexion angles of the first MTP joint will be measured in degrees using a finger goniometer with the participant in a supine position. The mean of three measurements will be recorded.
Measured: Baseline (Week 0), post-intervention (Week 6), and follow-up (Week 12).
Joint Position Sense (JPS) (Ankle-Knee and Hip)
Proprioceptive accuracy will be assessed at the ankle, knee, and hip joints via active joint position reproduction testing using a Baseline® 12-1057 digital inclinometer. For the ankle, participants will actively reproduce target dorsiflexion/plantarflexion angles. For the knee, participants will actively reproduce a target angle starting from 90° of flexion, with the inclinometer fixed to the middle third of the leg. For the hip, participants will actively reproduce target angles for flexion (assessed in supine position) and abduction (assessed in side-lying position), with the inclinometer fixed to the lateral aspect of the thigh. For each joint, the absolute error angle (the difference between the target angle and the actively reproduced angle) will be recorded across three trials, and the mean absolute error angle will be calculated as the outcome value. Lower values indicate better proprioceptive accuracy.
Measured: Baseline (Week 0), post-intervention (Week 6), and follow-up (Week 12).
Isometric Muscle Strength of the Lower Extremity
Isometric muscle strength for ankle (dorsiflexion, plantarflexion) and knee (extension, flexion) movements will be measured using a Lafayette® Hand-Held Dynamometer (Model 01165; Lafayette Instrument Company, USA), with standardized testing positions and stabilization protocols. Peak force will be recorded in Newtons (N) as the mean of three maximal isometric contractions.
Measured: Baseline (Week 0), post-intervention (Week 6), and follow-up (Week 12).
Static Balance
Static postural control will be assessed using the Single-Leg Stance Test (SLST) under eyes-open and eyes-closed conditions. The duration (in seconds) for which the participant maintains single-leg balance without touching the ground or the supporting leg will be recorded. Mean durations of three trials will be analyzed.
Measured: Baseline (Week 0), post-intervention (Week 6), and follow-up (Week 12).
Dynamic Balance
Dynamic balance and lower-extremity postural control will be evaluated using the Y-Balance Test (YBT). Maximum reach distances in the anterior, posteromedial, and posterolateral directions will be measured in centimeters and normalized to lower-limb length (LL). The composite score (%) will be calculated as: [(Anterior + Posteromedial + Posterolateral) / (3 × LL)] × 100.
Measured: Baseline (Week 0), post-intervention (Week 6), and follow-up (Week 12).
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted10 Aug 2026
- Study start1 Aug 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 Plantar Fasciitis, ChronicStudies 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
- 105 participants (estimated)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Karamanoğlu Mehmetbey University
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, Sule Kosar, Karamanoğlu Mehmetbey University
- Investigators
- Aynur Basaran, MD, Prof., Principal investigator, Karamanoğlu Mehmetbey University
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07754214
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- 05-2026/01
- Status last verified
- Aug 2026
- First submitted
- 4 Aug 2026
- Last updated
- 20 Aug 2026
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 20 Aug 2026. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Outcomes of the Proprioception and Strengthening Exercise Program in Chronic Plantar Fasciitis
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07754214
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- 05-2026/01
- Conditions
- Plantar Fasciitis, Chronic
- Keywords
- plantar fasciitis, strengthening, stretching, proprioception, chronic plantar fasciitis
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Recruiting
- Enrolment
- 105 participants (estimated)
- Lead sponsor
- Karamanoğlu Mehmetbey UniversityUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 1 Aug 2026 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 31 Dec 2026 (estimated)
- Study completion
- 31 Dec 2026 (estimated)
- First posted
- 10 Aug 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.
Plantar fasciitis is a common cause of heel pain, and although stretching exercises are a standard first-line treatment, current evidence on adding proprioception or knee-strengthening exercises remains limited. This study investigates whether adding knee strengthening or proprioception exercises to a standard stretching program improves pain, function, and disability in patients with chronic plantar fasciitis, and whether these interventions produce measurable changes in the biomechanical and kinesiological properties of the foot, ankle, and knee.
Detailed description
Plantar fasciitis is a degenerative condition of the plantar fascia and one of the most common musculoskeletal disorders affecting the foot, with an estimated prevalence of approximately 10% in the general population. It is diagnosed clinically based on history and physical examination, typically presenting as sharp heel pain during the first steps in the morning or after rest, tenderness on palpation of the medial calcaneal tuberosity, and a positive Windlass test. Risk factors include reduced ankle and first metatarsophalangeal joint range of motion, obesity, prolonged weight-bearing, and inappropriate footwear.
Stretching of the plantar fascia and gastrocnemius-soleus complex is a well-established, evidence-based treatment for plantar fasciitis. However, the underlying mechanism of the condition cannot be fully explained by tissue shortening and mechanical loading alone; impaired neuromuscular control and balance also appear to play a contributory role. Prior research has found that adding hip- and ankle-directed strengthening exercises to a stretching program provides no additional benefit over stretching alone in patients with plantar fasciitis, while other studies have reported reduced hamstring and quadriceps muscle strength in this population. Individuals with plantar fasciitis have also been shown to exhibit impaired postural balance and an increased risk of falls. While proprioception exercises have demonstrated benefit in the rehabilitation of ankle injuries, their effectiveness has not yet been established in plantar fasciitis. Given these gaps, this study aims to evaluate whether knee-strengthening and proprioception exercises, when added to a standard stretching program, provide additional benefit in reducing pain and disability and improving the biomechanical and kinesiological properties of the foot, ankle, and knee in patients with plantar fasciitis.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Single blind (outcomes assessor)
- Number of arms
- 3
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Stretching Only | Active comparator | Other: StretchingThis group will perform plantar fascia-gastrocnemius-soleus stretching exercises alone (twice daily, 7 days per week, for 6 weeks). |
| Stretching and Proprioception | Experimental | Other: Proprioception and Stretching ExercisesIn addition to the standard stretching program, this group will receive supervised proprioception exercises three times per week for 6 weeks. |
| Stretching and Knee Strengthening | Experimental | Other: Knee Strengthening and Stretching ExercisesIn addition to the standard stretching program, this group will receive supervised knee strengthening exercises three times per week for 6 weeks. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 18 to 65 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Not accepted
- Age groups
- Adult, Older adult
Key inclusion criteria (5 listed)
- Age between 18 and 65 years.
- Formal diagnosis of plantar fasciitis, characterized by sharp pain during the first steps in the morning, pain that increases with prolonged activity, localized tenderness on palpation of the medial calcaneal tubercle or proximal fascia, and a positive Windlass test.
- Symptom duration of at least 3 months.
- Heel pain intensity score of Visual Analog Scale (VAS) > 3.
- Voluntary agreement to participate, evidenced by signing the written informed consent form.
Key exclusion criteria (10 listed)
- History of acute lower-extremity trauma.
- History of prior foot or ankle surgery.
- Corticosteroid injection to the affected heel within the preceding 6 months.
- Presence of systemic inflammatory or rheumatologic disease.
- Uncontrolled systemic disease (e.g., uncontrolled hypertension, uncontrolled diabetes mellitus).
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 |
|---|---|---|
| StretchingParticipants will perform standardized plantar fascia and gastrocnemius-soleus stretching exercises. The protocol consists of stretching twice daily, 7 days per week, for 6 weeks. | Other | Stretching Only |
| Proprioception and Stretching ExercisesIn addition to the standard stretching protocol, participants in this group will perform a supervised, 6-week progressive proprioception exercise program administered by a physiotherapist three times per week. Exercises will be performed under both eyes-open and eyes-closed conditions on progressively less stable surfaces with task difficulty advanced on a weekly basis. | Other | Stretching and Proprioception |
| Knee Strengthening and Stretching ExercisesIn addition to the standard stretching protocol, participants in this group will perform a supervised, 6-week progressive knee-strengthening program administered by a physiotherapist three times per week. | Other | Stretching and Knee Strengthening |
Primary outcome
Pain Intensity (First-Step Morning, Evening, and Overall Daily Pain)
Time frame: Baseline (Week 0), post-intervention (Week 6), and follow-up (Week 12).
Pain intensity during the first steps in the morning, before going to bed, and overall daily pain will be assessed using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS). The scale consists of a 10-cm horizontal line ranging from 0 (no pain) to 10 (worst imaginable pain), on which participants mark the point corresponding to their perceived pain level.
Pressure Pain Threshold (PPT)
Time frame: Baseline (Week 0), post-intervention (Week 6), and follow-up (Week 12).
PPT will be assessed using a Baseline® 12-1442 dolorimeter (22-lb sensitivity range; Fabrication Enterprises Inc., USA) to evaluate deep-tissue mechanical sensitivity. With the participant positioned prone and the feet hanging off the table, gradually increasing pressure will be applied to the midpoint of the plantar fascia insertion at the calcaneus. The pressure at which the participant first perceives pain will be recorded. Three measurements will be taken at 30-second intervals, and the mean value will be used for analysis.
Foot Function and Health Status (Revised Foot Function Index, FFI-R)
Time frame: Baseline (Week 0), post-intervention (Week 6), and follow-up (Week 12).
The FFI-R is a self-reported, multidimensional questionnaire comprising 68 items across four subscales: pain and stiffness, social and emotional consequences, dysfunction, and activity limitation. Each item is scored from 1 to 4, with higher scores indicating poorer foot health and greater functional limitation.
Foot and Ankle Function (Foot and Ankle Outcome Score, FAOS)
Time frame: Baseline (Week 0), post-intervention (Week 6), and follow-up (Week 12).
The FAOS is a 42-item self-reported questionnaire assessing five subscales: pain, other symptoms, activities of daily living, sports and recreation, and foot-and-ankle-related quality of life. Each item is scored from 0 to 4.
8 secondary outcomes
Myofascial Tissue Biomechanical Properties
Time frame: Baseline (Week 0), post-intervention (Week 6), and follow-up (Week 12).
Plantar Fascia Ultrasonographic Parameters
Time frame: Baseline (Week 0), post-intervention (Week 6), and follow-up (Week 12).
Ankle Dorsiflexion Range of Motion (ROM)
Time frame: Baseline (Week 0), post-intervention (Week 6), and follow-up (Week 12).
First Metatarsophalangeal (MTP) Joint Range of Motion
Time frame: Baseline (Week 0), post-intervention (Week 6), and follow-up (Week 12).
Joint Position Sense (JPS) (Ankle-Knee and Hip)
Time frame: Baseline (Week 0), post-intervention (Week 6), and follow-up (Week 12).
Isometric Muscle Strength of the Lower Extremity
Time frame: Baseline (Week 0), post-intervention (Week 6), and follow-up (Week 12).
Static Balance
Time frame: Baseline (Week 0), post-intervention (Week 6), and follow-up (Week 12).
Dynamic Balance
Time frame: Baseline (Week 0), post-intervention (Week 6), and follow-up (Week 12).
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 20 Aug 2026.
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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.
Aynur Basaran, MD, Prof. principal investigator
Karamanoğlu Mehmetbey University
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing Stretching, Proprioception and Stretching Exercises and Knee Strengthening and Stretching Exercises in people with Plantar Fasciitis, Chronic, run by Karamanoğlu Mehmetbey University at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
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 5 inclusion and 10 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: looking for participants now, as of the sponsor's last update on 20 Aug 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 Turkey (Türkiye). 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?
Contact Sule Kosar, MD (+90 506 145 9656, sulekosar@kmu.edu.tr), or a site near the patient. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Pain Intensity (First-Step Morning, Evening, and Overall Daily Pain) (time frame: Baseline (Week 0), post-intervention (Week 6), and follow-up (Week 12).). 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 20 Aug 2026.