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Hip Muscle Strengthening and Calf Myofascial Release in Females With Chronic Plantar Fasciitis

Sponsor: University of Management and Technology Lahore

Summary

This study aims to compare the effects of hip muscle strengthening with and without myofascial release of the calf muscle on pain and disability in females with chronic plantar fasciitis. Chronic plantar fasciitis is a common cause of heel pain and may lead to limitations in walking, daily activities, and functional performance. Factors such as calf muscle tightness, restricted ankle dorsiflexion, altered lower-limb biomechanics, and proximal hip muscle weakness may contribute to persistent symptoms. Although strengthening exercises and myofascial release have shown beneficial effects, limited evidence is available regarding the combined effect of hip strengthening and calf myofascial release in females with chronic plantar fasciitis. The study will be conducted as a randomized clinical trial with a total sample of 34 females, aged 25-45 years, who meet the specified criteria for chronic plantar fasciitis. Participants will be randomly allocated into two groups. Group A will receive hip muscle strengthening exercises, while Group B will receive the same strengthening program combined with myofascial release of the calf muscles. Both groups will receive treatment three times per week for six weeks, for a total of 18 sessions. The primary outcome measures will include the Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS), Foot Function Index (FFI), and Morning First-Step Pain Visual Analogue Scale (VAS). Assessments will be performed at baseline and after completion of the six-week intervention.

Official title: Effects of Hip Muscle Strengthening With and Without Myofascial Release of Calf Muscle on Pain and Disability in Females With Chronic Plantar Fasciitis.

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