A Study Examining Changes in Pain After Manual Therapy in People With Achilles Tendon Pain
The study looks at how pain changes after therapy for people with sore Achilles tendons. The Achilles tendon is a strong band in the back of your ankle. Researchers will use a safe device to apply heat or cold on your skin to measure when it feels slightly uncomfortable. This test will be done three times. After that, a common therapy called ankle manipulation will be performed, which involves a quick stretch movement at the ankle. This test and therapy are safe and used by doctors and therapists. After the therapy, the heat and cold test will be repeated.
- Visits: Participants will be tested and treated in one session.
- Eligibility: Must have Achilles pain for at least 3 months and meet screening criteria.
- Risks: Testing may be briefly uncomfortable, but no significant risks are involved.
People with recent ankle surgeries, cortisone shots, or other conditions might not be eligible for the study. Participants must be over 18 and willing to consent to the procedures.