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Both groups received 8 sessions over 4 weeks, including plantar massage, myofascial trigger point inhibition, and daily home exercises. AMTG included joint mobilizations; MCTG applied soft tissue massage based on GDS principles. The primary outcome was pressure pain threshold (PPT). Secondary outcomes included ankle dorsiflexion, dynamic balance, foot health (FHSQ), pain\/disability (FFI), and quality of life (SF-12).<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Significant within-group improvements were observed in PPT (p\u2009&lt;\u20090.001), dorsiflexion (p\u2009=\u20090.005), and FFI (p\u2009&lt;\u20090.001). 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