An Osteopathic Assessment of Lower Extremity Somatic Dysfunction in Runners

NCT ID: NCT05132894

Last Updated: 2024-06-04

Study Results

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Basic Information

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Recruitment Status

COMPLETED

Total Enrollment

103 participants

Study Classification

OBSERVATIONAL

Study Start Date

2021-11-20

Study Completion Date

2022-02-20

Brief Summary

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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.

Detailed Description

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Conditions

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

Study Design

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Observational Model Type

COHORT

Study Time Perspective

CROSS_SECTIONAL

Study Groups

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Novice Runners

1-5 miles / week 18+ yo

Osteopathic Assessment

Intervention Type OTHER

As osteopathic structural exam will be performed to assessment somatic dysfunctions of the lower extremities.

Moderate Runners

6-15 miles / week 18+ yo

Osteopathic Assessment

Intervention Type OTHER

As osteopathic structural exam will be performed to assessment somatic dysfunctions of the lower extremities.

Advanced Runners

16+ miles / week 18+ yo

Osteopathic Assessment

Intervention Type OTHER

As osteopathic structural exam will be performed to assessment somatic dysfunctions of the lower extremities.

Interventions

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Osteopathic Assessment

As osteopathic structural exam will be performed to assessment somatic dysfunctions of the lower extremities.

Intervention Type OTHER

Eligibility Criteria

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Inclusion Criteria

* Self-proclaimed runners that run at least 1 mile per week consistently
* Minimum 18 years old

Exclusion Criteria

* Non-runners
* Inconsistent runners, do not log at least 1 mile weekly
Minimum Eligible Age

18 Years

Eligible Sex

ALL

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Yes

Sponsors

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The Touro College and University System

OTHER

Sponsor Role lead

Responsible Party

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Abbey Santanello

Principal Investigator, OMS-IV

Responsibility Role PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR

Locations

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Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine

New York, New York, United States

Site Status

Countries

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United States

Related Links

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https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/early/2019/09/25/bjsports-2018-100493

Is running associated with a lower risk of all-cause, cardiovascular and cancer mortality, and is the more the better? A systematic review and meta-analysis

https://doi.org/10.1186/s12891-019-2898-0

Controlled trial to compare the Achilles tendon load during running in flatfeet participants using a customized arch support orthoses vs an orthotic heel lift.

https://journals.lww.com/acsm-essr/Abstract/2019/10000/Overuse_Injury__The_Result_of_Pathologically.6.aspx

Overuse Injury: The Result of Pathologically Altered Myofascial Force Transmission?

https://europepmc.org/article/MED/28236094

Diseases and overuse injuries of the lower extremities in long distance runners

https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s40279-015-0333-8

Incidence of Running-Related Injuries Per 1000 h of running in Different Types of Runners: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Other Identifiers

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001

Identifier Type: -

Identifier Source: org_study_id

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