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Comparison of Minimal Invasive Endoscopic Surgery and Injections for Treatment of Refractory Insertional Achilles Tendinopathy

Comparative Assessment of Minimal Invasive Endoscopic Surgery versus Injections in Treatment of Refractory Insertional Achilles Tendinopathy (A Randomised Controlled Trial) - NIL

Status
Active, not recruiting
Phases
Unknown
Study type
Interventional
Source
CTRI
Registry ID
CTRI/2026/02/103859
Enrollment
44
Registered
2026-02-13
Start date
Unknown
Completion date
Unknown
Last updated
2026-03-02

For informational purposes only — not medical advice. Sourced from public registries and may not reflect the latest updates. Terms

Conditions

Health Condition 1: M679- Unspecified disorder of synovium and tendon

Interventions

Intervention1: Minimally invasive endoscopic surgery: Minimally Invasive Endoscopic Surgery for insertional Achilles Tendenopathy is usually safe and efficient with the advantage of small incision wi

Sponsors

UTTAR PRADESH UNIVERSITY OF MEDICAL SCIENCES
Lead Sponsor

Eligibility

Inclusion criteria

Inclusion criteria: Symptoms for more than 3 months despite conservative management. Patient with diagnosed degenerative Insertional Achilles Tendinopathy Clinical diagnosed case of Refractory Insertional Achilles Tendinopathy Unilateral and Bilateral Pain / symptoms Patients giving written informed consent will be taken

Exclusion criteria

Exclusion criteria: Clinically diagnosed case of Non-insertional Achilles Tendinopathy. Having a History of trauma or surgery to rearfoot or achilles tendon other than procedure of interest Previous invasive procedures to achilles tendon such as corticosteroids injections, platelet rich plasma, or similar procedures Patient with systemic condition like Rheumatoid Arthritis similar conditions affecting tendon health. Patient on medications affecting tendon health or healing.

Design outcomes

Primary

MeasureTime frame
To examine and compare the patient reported outcomes, such as quality of life, satisfaction, and return to regular activities, between those who undergo Minimally invasive Endoscopic Surgery versus nonoperative treatment(Injections) for Refractory Insertional Achilles tendinopathy using VISA-A score and APQ.Timepoint: To examine and compare the patient reported outcomes, such as quality of life, satisfaction, and return to regular activities, between those who undergo Minimally invasive Endoscopic Surgery versus nonoperative treatment(Injections) for Refractory Insertional Achilles tendinopathy using VISA-A score and APQ.—

Secondary

MeasureTime frame
To study the demographic profile of Insertional Achilles Tendinopathy.Timepoint: ;To analyze and compare the time to return to pre-injury activity levels and sports participation between patient undergoing Minimally invasive Endoscopic Surgery versus nonoperative treatment (injections) for Insertional Achilles tendinopathy.Timepoint:—

Countries

India

Contacts

Public ContactDR SHUBHAM RAI

Uttar Pradesh University of Medical Sciences

shubh210895@gmail.com9455527582

Outcome results

None listed

Source: CTRI (via WHO ICTRP) · Data processed: Mar 14, 2026