Effectiveness of dry cupping therapy versus myofascial cupping therapy on sciatica. A randomized clinical trial
试验速览
- 阶段
- 2 期
- 状态
- 尚未招募
- 发起方
- 入组人数
- 60
- 试验地点
- 1
- 主要终点
- visual analog scale
研究概览
简要总结
TitleEffectiveness of dry cupping therapy versus myofascial cupping therapy on sciatica. A randomized clinical trial.Novelty of the study Alternative Method of Treatment Cupping therapy can be an alternative treatment option for sciatica, as compared to standard medical interventions such as medication or surgery. Examining the efficacy of cupping therapy offers a novel approach to the treatment of sciatica, particularly for those who do not respond to conventional therapies. Ancient Method in Modern time period Although cupping treatment has been used for a very long time, the effectiveness of cupping therapy for sciatica in modern times is being studied in this study. Although cupping treatment is ancient, its precise mechanism of action in treating sciatica is unclear. The goal of this study is to better understand its mechanism of action in sciatica.
Significance of the studyClinical Implications
Sciatica pain can be relieved by cupping treatment. If successful, it may provide patients who don’t react well to conventional therapies with an extra choice for care. If cupping therapy proves to be effective, it may provide sciatica sufferers a secure, non-invasive means of enhancing their quality of life and reducing pain. Theoretical Understanding We will better understand cupping therapy’s impact on the body by researching how it affects sciatica. More information regarding the benefits of cupping therapy for sciatica can help direct the creation of more specialized and successful therapies for this and related conditions.
Cost-effectiveness Cupping treatment has the possibility of helping save a lot of money for individuals as well as healthcare systems if it turns out to be a cost-effective alternative to more expensive therapies like surgery. Patients may save money using cupping therapy if it is demonstrated to be cost-effective and helpful in avoiding costly procedures.
Aim of the studyTo evaluate and compare the therapeutic efficacy of dry cupping therapy and myofascial cupping therapy on sciatica.
Objectives of the study Effectiveness of dry cupping therapy on pain reduction, range of motion and muscle strength among patients with sciatica.Effectiveness of myofascial cupping therapy on pain reduction, range of motion and muscle strength among patients with sciatica. Comparative effectiveness of dry cupping therapy and myofascial cupping therapy on pain reduction, range of motion and muscle strength among patients with sciatica. Hypothesis
Null hypothesis
There is no significant improvement on pain reduction, range of motion and muscle strength with dry cupping therapy on sciatica.
There is no significant improvement on pain reduction, range of motion and muscle strength with myofascial cupping therapy on sciatica.
Alternate hypothesis
There is significant improvement on pain reduction, range of motion and muscle strength with dry cupping therapy on sciatica.
There is significant improvement on pain reduction, range of motion and muscle strength with myofascial cupping therapy on sciatica.
研究设计
- 研究类型
- Interventional
- 分配方式
- Coin toss, Lottery, toss of dice, shuffling cards etc
- 盲法
- Participant Blinded
入排标准
- 年龄范围
- 25.00 Year(s) 至 60.00 Year(s)（—）
- 性别
- All
入选标准
- •Patients diagnosed with Sciatica from last 6 months.
- •Patients having sciatica due to PIVD lumbar spondylolisthesis.
- •Sciatica due to lower limb musculature.
- •Complaining of radiating pain from back to anterior thigh muscles, posterior thigh muscles, buttocks and calf muscle, posterolateral or anterolateral ankle and toe.
排除标准
- •Patients with a recent history of trauma or surgery involving the lumbar or pelvic region within the past six months.
- •Patients with severe medical conditions such as uncontrolled hypertension, cardiovascular diseases, or neurological disorders.
- •Individuals with contraindications to cupping therapy, such as skin conditions, bleeding disorders, or allergies to cupping materials.
- •Patients with cognitive impairment or uncooperative patients.
- •Patients with impaired sensations Patients with psychological disorders.
- •Pregnant women.
结局指标
主要结局
visual analog scale
时间窗: At baseline | After 2 weeks | End of 4 weeks
次要结局
- range of motion(manual muscle testing)
研究者
Anmol Mall
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