NCT05132894

An Osteopathic Assessment of Lower Extremity Somatic Dysfunction in Runners

• Status: Completed
• Phase: —
• Study type: Observational
• Enrollment: 103 (actual)
• Sponsor: The Touro College and University System · Academic / Other
• Sex: All
• Age: 18 Years
• Healthy volunteers: Accepted

Summary

Runners often experience acute/chronic pain due to pre-existing structural somatic dysfunction and/or acquired various overuse injuries of the lower extremity, specifically affecting the ligaments, tendons, muscles and bones. Common structural and function dysfunctions include but are not limited to patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS), Achilles tendonitis, iliotibial band syndrome (ITBS), ligamentous and muscle tears, muscle sprains/strains, stress fractures, pes planus, plantar fasciitis, and shin splints. The purpose of this study is to assess the correlation between acute and chronic pain, overuse injuries, and observational and palpatory findings upon evaluation. With an understanding of the common trends of somatic dysfunctions and etiology of the pain/injury, modified regimen/routine and improved treatment plans can be developed and recommended for runners to better rehabilitate, minimize relapse and reduce compensatory injuries. No medical or osteopathic treatment will be provided.

Conditions

• Somatic Dysfunction of Sacral Region
• Somatic Dysfunction of Both Sacroiliac Joints
• Somatic Dysfunction of Bilateral Lower Extremities

Interventions

Type	Name	Description
OTHER	Osteopathic Assessment	As osteopathic structural exam will be performed to assessment somatic dysfunctions of the lower extremities.

Timeline

• Start date: 2021-11-20
• Primary completion: 2022-01-20
• Completion: 2022-02-20
• First posted: 2021-11-24
• Last updated: 2024-06-04

Locations

1 site across 1 country: United States