Effects of dry cupping therapy on pain, dynamic balance and functional performance in young female with recreational runners chronic plantar fasciitis

Malik, Sweety; Anand, Pooja; Bhati, Pooja; Hussain, M. Ejaz

doi:10.1016/j.orthtr.2022.02.001

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“…Transverse friction massage of the Flexor digitorum brevis and calf muscle stretching were found to be equally effective in relieving plantar fasciitis (12). According to the research results of a study conducted by S Malik et al, combining dry cupping with standard treatment resulted in a significantly greater improvement in discomfort, stability, and functioning in recreational runners suffering from chronic plantar fasciitis (16).…”

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Efficacy of Transverse Friction Massage versus Dry Cupping on Flexor Digitorum Brevis and Gastrocsoleus in Patients with Planter fasciitis

Kamran,

Mateen,

Tamkeen

et al. 2023

EJHS

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Purpose: Plantar fasciitis is a musculo-skeletal ailment prevalent in people of diverse ages and levels of physical activity. This condition causes pain in the medial side of heel, which is exacerbated by weight-bearing activities as well as in rest or non-weight bearing. The objective of the study was to compare the effects on transverse friction massage and dry cupping on pain, disability and activity limitations in patients with planter fasciitis. Methodology: It was a quasi-experimental study with sample size of 32 and convenient sampling was used to recruit patients in study. Inclusion criteria of study were females and males of age 21 to 35 years, chronic pain in foot for more than 4 months and had positive windlass test. Study duration was 6 months. Out of 32 patients 16 were enrolled in group-A (baseline therapy and Transverse Friction Massage) and remaining 16 were enrolled in group-B (baseline therapy and Dry Cupping). Intensity of pain was assessed by NPRS before and after the treatment of 4 week and functional limitations was measure by Foot Function Index (FFI). Data was analyzed by software SPSS 24.0. Findings: Out of 32 participants 37.5% were men and 62.5% were women. Results demonstrated that median of NPRS in group A before treatment was 6.50 and after treatment it was 3.00. Median of NPRS in group B before treatment was 6.00 and after treatment it was 2.50. Pre-treatment mean of FFI in group A was 64.18±7.40 which reduced to 21.12±9.26 after the treatment of 4 weeks. Pre-treatment mean of FFI in group b was 63.18±7.70 and after treatment it was 23.12±8.24. A statistical significant difference was found in pre and post treatments of both groups p≤0.05). Between group analysis of A and B showed no statistical significant difference (p>0.05). Transverse friction massage and dry cupping showed equal effects in reducing disability, activity limitations and pain in the patients of planter fasciitis. Recommendations: Transverse Friction Massage and Dry Cupping demonstrate equivalent therapeutic benefits for plantar fasciitis patients. Clinicians are advised to consider both interventions, factoring in patient comfort and logistical constraints. It's imperative for policymakers to integrate these findings into clinical guidelines, while also promoting further research to elucidate the specific therapeutic mechanisms involved.

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confidence: 99%

“…According to the findings, pain, dynamic stability, and functional ability all improved significantly (p< 0.05). However, when dry cupping was added to the traditional managements, these gains were shown to be considerably higher (p <0.05) (16).…”

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Efficacy of Transverse Friction Massage versus Dry Cupping on Flexor Digitorum Brevis and Gastrocsoleus in Patients with Planter fasciitis

Kamran,

Mateen,

Tamkeen

et al. 2023

EJHS

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“…Cupping therapy is an ancient healing practice with roots in diverse cultures worldwide and has gained popularity in recent years for its therapeutic benefits in treating numerous musculoskeletal conditions, such as plantar fasciitis, lower back pain, neck pain, and sportsrelated muscular injuries [1][2][3]. Despite its increasing utilization, the precise mechanisms underlying the therapeutic effects of cupping therapy remains a subject of ongoing research and debate.…”

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Effect of Cupping Therapy on Skin Surface Temperature as Measured by Infrared Imaging

2024

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“…This technique utilizes cups made of various materials such as bamboo, straw, plastic, or silicone, and creates suction to stimulate specific acupressure points. This suction generates localized hyperemia, enhancing blood flow to the targeted muscle, thereby alleviating pain and related symptoms (13). A more advanced form of this therapy, involving additional negative pressure to pull the skin and fascia into the cup, further augments the pain reduction effect (14).…”

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Comparative Effect of Myofascial Cupping Therapy to Stretching Exercises on Gastrocnemius Soreness

Mughal,

Farid,

Arslan

et al. 2023

JHRR

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Background: Gastrocnemius muscle soreness often arises from overuse or insufficient recovery, leading to reduced dorsiflexion range of motion (ROM). Emerging therapies, including myofascial cupping therapy and traditional stretching, aim to alleviate muscle soreness and enhance ROM. Objective: The study aimed to compare the effects of myofascial cupping therapy and stretching exercises on reducing gastrocnemius soreness and determining which method is more effective in improving the dorsiflexion ROM of the ankle joint. Methods: A quasi-experimental design was employed with convenient sampling. The study included 36 participants, divided into two intervention groups: myofascial cupping and stretching exercise. Both interventions were administered, and soreness was assessed using a 10-point Visual Analog Scale (VAS). Active dorsiflexion of each ankle was measured using a goniometer. Data analysis was conducted using SPSS version 23, with an alpha level set at 0.05. Results: The study found a statistically significant decrease in soreness levels post-intervention in both groups. Participants in the myofascial cupping group demonstrated a mean soreness decrease from 5.2222 to 2.6667 with a standard deviation change from 2.21108 to 0.76696. In contrast, the stretching group showed a mean decrease from 5.2222 to 1.9444, with standard deviation changing from 2.21108 to 0.72536. Regarding ROM, the myofascial cupping group showed an improvement from an average of 4.3333 (SD = 1.94029) to 4.9444 (SD = 2.43678), while the stretching group showed changes from 4.3333 (SD = 1.94029) to 4.3333 (SD = 1.94029). Conclusion: Both myofascial cupping therapy and stretching exercises were effective in reducing gastrocnemius soreness and improving dorsiflexion ROM of the ankle joint. However, myofascial cupping therapy was more significant in its effects, making it a preferable intervention over stretching exercises for treating immediate onset muscle soreness (IOMS) and improving ROM.

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Effects of dry cupping therapy on pain, dynamic balance and functional performance in young female with recreational runners chronic plantar fasciitis

Cited by 6 publications

References 20 publications

Efficacy of Transverse Friction Massage versus Dry Cupping on Flexor Digitorum Brevis and Gastrocsoleus in Patients with Planter fasciitis

Efficacy of Transverse Friction Massage versus Dry Cupping on Flexor Digitorum Brevis and Gastrocsoleus in Patients with Planter fasciitis

Effect of Cupping Therapy on Skin Surface Temperature as Measured by Infrared Imaging

Comparative Effect of Myofascial Cupping Therapy to Stretching Exercises on Gastrocnemius Soreness

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