Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization vs Therapeutic Cupping on Hamstring Tightness Among Football Players
NCT ID: NCT06197971
Last Updated: 2024-01-30
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Basic Information
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RECRUITING
NA
30 participants
INTERVENTIONAL
2023-10-20
2024-02-20
Brief Summary
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Detailed Description
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The data will be analyzed by SPSS, version 25. Statistical significance is P=0.05.
Conditions
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Study Design
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RANDOMIZED
PARALLEL
OTHER
SINGLE
Study Groups
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Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization
The therapist will assess the hamstrings to identify areas of restriction or dysfunction. They will use the Graston Technique instruments to apply strokes and movements along the length of the muscle fibers. Sweeping strokes, cross-fiber friction, and circular motions patterns will be applied. The duration of the IASTM treatment will be 15-30 minutes.
Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization
Graston Technique instruments to apply strokes and movements along the length of the muscle fibers. Sweeping strokes, cross-fiber friction, and circular motions patterns will be applied on hamstring muscles.
Therapeutic Cupping Technique
After thorough assessment of the Hamstring area, a thin layer of lubricant will be applied on the area about to be cupped. Stationary cupping technique will be used for a duration of 5-15 minutes with multiple Silicone Cups applied on the Hamstrings. For cupping the hamstrings, cups with a diameter of around 1.5 to 2.5 inches (3.8 to 6.4 cm) will be suitable considering the large area of treatment
Therapeutic Cupping Technique
Stationary cupping technique will be used for a duration of 5-15 minutes with multiple Silicone Cups applied on the Hamstrings.
Interventions
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Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization
Graston Technique instruments to apply strokes and movements along the length of the muscle fibers. Sweeping strokes, cross-fiber friction, and circular motions patterns will be applied on hamstring muscles.
Therapeutic Cupping Technique
Stationary cupping technique will be used for a duration of 5-15 minutes with multiple Silicone Cups applied on the Hamstrings.
Eligibility Criteria
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Inclusion Criteria
* Football Players, Bilateral Hamstring Tightness,
* Previous hamstring injury in the last 6 months,
* Positive SLR test,
* Positive Passive/Active Knee Extension test
Exclusion Criteria
* History of Lower Limb fracture in the last 6 months,
* Post-surgical condition from past 6 months,
* Neurological Conditions such as SLE, Herpes zoster, parkinsonism, Shingles disease, Musculoskeletal disorders like adductor tendinopathy, low back pain, knee injuries, hip injuries,
* Skin Allergies.
18 Years
25 Years
MALE
Yes
Sponsors
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Riphah International University
OTHER
Responsible Party
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Principal Investigators
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Sikander Naseer, DPT
Role: PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR
Study Principal Investigator
Locations
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Pakistan sports board
Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan
Countries
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Central Contacts
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Facility Contacts
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References
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Bridgett R, Klose P, Duffield R, Mydock S, Lauche R. Effects of Cupping Therapy in Amateur and Professional Athletes: Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials. J Altern Complement Med. 2018 Mar;24(3):208-219. doi: 10.1089/acm.2017.0191. Epub 2017 Nov 29.
Cheatham SW, Baker R, Kreiswirth E. INSTRUMENT ASSISTED SOFT-TISSUE MOBILIZATION: A COMMENTARY ON CLINICAL PRACTICE GUIDELINES FOR REHABILITATION PROFESSIONALS. Int J Sports Phys Ther. 2019 Jul;14(4):670-682.
Ikeda N, Otsuka S, Kawanishi Y, Kawakami Y. Effects of Instrument-assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization on Musculoskeletal Properties. Med Sci Sports Exerc. 2019 Oct;51(10):2166-2172. doi: 10.1249/MSS.0000000000002035.
Kim J, Sung DJ, Lee J. Therapeutic effectiveness of instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization for soft tissue injury: mechanisms and practical application. J Exerc Rehabil. 2017 Feb 28;13(1):12-22. doi: 10.12965/jer.1732824.412. eCollection 2017 Feb.
Baker RT, Nasypany A, Seegmiller JG, Baker JG. Instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization treatment for tissue extensibility dysfunction. International Journal of Athletic Therapy and Training. 2013 Sep 1;18(5):16-21.
Cheatham SW, Lee M, Cain M, Baker R. The efficacy of instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization: a systematic review. J Can Chiropr Assoc. 2016 Sep;60(3):200-211.
Thomas K. Blood Flow Restriction and Other Innovations in Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation. In: Endurance Sports Medicine: A Clinical Guide. Cham: Springer International Publishing; 2023. p. 237-266
Hartnett DA. Gua sha therapy in the management of musculoskeletal pathology: a narrative review. Phys Ther Rev. 2022;27(3):169-175.
Warren AJ, LaCross Z, Volberding JL, O'Brien MS. ACUTE OUTCOMES OF MYOFASCIAL DECOMPRESSION (CUPPING THERAPY) COMPARED TO SELF-MYOFASCIAL RELEASE ON HAMSTRING PATHOLOGY AFTER A SINGLE TREATMENT. Int J Sports Phys Ther. 2020 Aug;15(4):579-592.
Other Identifiers
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REC/RCR&AHS/23/0461
Identifier Type: -
Identifier Source: org_study_id
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