Cognitive Training for Pain , Balance and Foot Function in Plantar Fasciitis (COG-PLANT)
Effect of Cognitive Training on Pain , Foot Function, and Balance in Patients With Planter Fasciitis : A Randomized Controlled Trial
Tutkimuksen yleiskatsaus
Tila
Ehdot
Yksityiskohtainen kuvaus
and impaired balance. It is characterized by degeneration of the plantar fascia due to repetitive stress, leading to pain, especially during weight-bearing activities. In addition to local tissue pathology, alterations in neuromuscular control and sensorimotor function may contribute to persistent symptoms and functional limitations.
Recent approaches in rehabilitation have highlighted the role of cognitive training in enhancing motor control, attention, and sensorimotor integration. Cognitive training, particularly when combined with movement tasks (dual-task training), may improve postural control and functional performance by optimizing central nervous system processing. However, there is limited evidence regarding its effectiveness in patients with plantar fasciitis.
This randomized controlled trial aims to investigate the effect of cognitive training on pain intensity, functional disability, and static balance in individuals with plantar fasciitis. Participants will be randomly assigned into two groups. The experimental group will receive a cognitive training program incorporating attention-demanding and dual-task exercises integrated with functional movements plus stretching and strengthing exercises . The control group will perform a conventional stretching and strengthing exercise program targeting the plantar fascia and related lower limb musculature.
Outcome measures will include pain intensity, functional disability, and static balance. Assessments will be conducted at baseline and after completion of the intervention period.
The results of this study are expected to provide evidence on the effectiveness of cognitive training as a rehabilitation approach for improving pain, functional outcomes, and balance in patients with plantar fasciitis.
Opintotyyppi
Ilmoittautuminen (Arvioitu)
Vaihe
- Ei sovellettavissa
Yhteystiedot ja paikat
Opiskeluyhteys
- Nimi: Sahar M Abdelmutilibe, PHD
- Puhelinnumero: N/P 0021027620061
- Sähköposti: sahar.mowad@pt.bsu.edu.eg
Opiskelupaikat
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Cairo, Egypti
- Rekrytointi
- Outpatient clinics of the Faculty of Physical Therapy, Beni Suef University
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Ottaa yhteyttä:
- Sahar M Abdelmutilibe, PHD
- Puhelinnumero: N/P 0021027620061
- Sähköposti: sahar.mowad@pt.bsu.edu.eg
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Ottaa yhteyttä:
- sahar m abdelmutilibe, PHD
- Puhelinnumero: N/P 0021110374341
- Sähköposti: saharmowad04@gmail.com
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Osallistumiskriteerit
Kelpoisuusvaatimukset
Opintokelpoiset iät
- Aikuinen
Hyväksyy terveitä vapaaehtoisia
Kuvaus
Inclusion Criteria:
- Adults aged 18 to 60 years. Clinically diagnosed with plantar fasciitis by a physician or physiotherapist. Experiencing heel pain for at least 4 weeks. Ability to stand and perform basic functional and balance tests. Willingness to participate and provide informed consent. Not currently receiving other structured physical therapy or cognitive training programs during the study period.
Exclusion Criteria:
- History of lower limb surgery or fractures affecting the foot or ankle. Presence of neurological disorders affecting balance or motor control (e.g., stroke, Parkinson's disease).
Systemic inflammatory or rheumatologic conditions (e.g., rheumatoid arthritis). Severe musculoskeletal deformities of the lower limb or foot. Recent corticosteroid injection in the heel region within the last 3 months. Current participation in other structured rehabilitation or exercise programs. Pregnancy (if applicable due to balance and biomechanical changes). Inability to understand or follow instructions related to the intervention.
Opintosuunnitelma
Miten tutkimus on suunniteltu?
Suunnittelun yksityiskohdat
- Ensisijainen käyttötarkoitus: Hoito
- Jako: Satunnaistettu
- Inventiomalli: Rinnakkaistehtävä
- Naamiointi: Yksittäinen
Aseet ja interventiot
Osallistujaryhmä / Arm |
Interventio / Hoito |
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Kokeellinen: Cognitive Training Group
Participants in this group will receive a structured cognitive training program integrated with functional movement tasks.
The training will focus on improving attention, motor control, and sensorimotor integration through dual-task and task-oriented exercises designed to enhance postural control and functional stability.
Sessions will be conducted over the intervention period with progressive difficulty based on participant performance.
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Participants will receive a structured cognitive training program incorporating dual-task and task-oriented exercises.
The intervention focuses on enhancing attention, motor planning, and sensorimotor integration during functional activities.
Exercises are progressively advanced based on participant performance to improve postural control and functional stability.
Participants will perform a standardized stretching and strengthing program targeting the plantar fascia and associated lower limb muscles.
The intervention consists of static stretching exercises aimed at improving tissue flexibility, reducing muscle tightness, and supporting pain reduction.
Exercises will be performed in a controlled and consistent manner throughout the study period.
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Kokeellinen: stretching and strengthing exercises
Participants in this group will receive a conventional stretching and strengthing exercise program targeting the plantar fascia and related lower limb muscles.
The exercises will focus on improving flexibility and reducing tissue tightness.
Stretching will be performed in a standardized manner over the intervention period.
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Participants will perform a standardized stretching and strengthing program targeting the plantar fascia and associated lower limb muscles.
The intervention consists of static stretching exercises aimed at improving tissue flexibility, reducing muscle tightness, and supporting pain reduction.
Exercises will be performed in a controlled and consistent manner throughout the study period.
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Mitä tutkimuksessa mitataan?
Ensisijaiset tulostoimenpiteet
Tulosmittaus |
Toimenpiteen kuvaus |
Aikaikkuna |
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Pain by VAS
Aikaikkuna: at baseline and post treatment (4 weeks)
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Pain intensity will be assessed using the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS), a 10 cm scale ranging from 0 (no pain) to 10 (worst imaginable pain).
Participants will be asked to rate their current level of heel pain.
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at baseline and post treatment (4 weeks)
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functional disability
Aikaikkuna: at baseline and post treatment (4 weeks)
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Functional disability will be assessed using the Foot Function Index (FFI), which evaluates pain, disability, and activity limitation in individuals with foot disorders.
Higher scores indicate greater disability.
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at baseline and post treatment (4 weeks)
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static balance
Aikaikkuna: at baseline and post treatment ( 4 weeks)
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Static balance will be assessed using a standardized balance test (e.g., single-leg stance test).
Participants will be evaluated based on their ability to maintain a stable posture for a specified duration under controlled conditions.
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at baseline and post treatment ( 4 weeks)
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Yhteistyökumppanit ja tutkijat
Sponsori
Tutkijat
- Päätutkija: Sahar M Abdelmutilibe, PHD, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Beni Suef University, Cairo, Egypt
Opintojen ennätyspäivät
Opi tärkeimmät päivämäärät
Opiskelun aloitus (Todellinen)
Ensisijainen valmistuminen (Arvioitu)
Opintojen valmistuminen (Arvioitu)
Opintoihin ilmoittautumispäivät
Ensimmäinen lähetetty
Ensimmäinen toimitettu, joka täytti QC-kriteerit
Ensimmäinen Lähetetty (Todellinen)
Tutkimustietojen päivitykset
Viimeisin päivitys julkaistu (Todellinen)
Viimeisin lähetetty päivitys, joka täytti QC-kriteerit
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Avainsanat
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Muut tutkimustunnusnumerot
- FPTBSURE/0112/15426 (Rekisterin tunniste: faculty of physical therapy , Beni- Suef University)
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