Insole testing (biomechanics and pain rating)

Not Applicable

• Conditions: Plantar fasciitis; Diabetes; Sore knees; Sore back; Musculoskeletal - Other muscular and skeletal disorders; Metabolic and Endocrine - Diabetes

• Registration Number: ACTRN12624001033538
• Lead Sponsor: Auckland University of Technology

Brief Summary

Not available

Detailed Description

Not available

Study Timeline

• Study Start: 2024-08-27
• Last Update Posted: 2 September 2024

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: ot yet recruiting
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 270

Inclusion Criteria

Inclusion Criteria
- Age: Participants aged 18-65 years.
- Ethnicity: Any
- Individuals with specific health conditions relevant to the study (i.e. heel pain, knee or back pain).
- individuals with flat feet.
- Residents of the Auckland region to facilitate follow-up and community engagement.
Willingness to Participate:
- Participants must be willing to attend the two data collection sessions and wear the insole over 6 weeks.

Exclusion Criteria

Exclusion Criteria
- Individuals with severe comorbidities that could interfere with the study outcomes (e.g., severe cardiovascular disease).
- Individuals who are unable to provide informed consent due to cognitive impairments or language barriers.
- Participants who are physically unable to complete a 2 or 6-minute walk.
- Individuals who currently wear foot orthoses, or non-standard insoles

Study & Design

• Study Type: Interventional
• Study Design: Not specified