Comparative Effectiveness of Myofacial Release vs Cupping Therapy on Quality of Life in Restless Leg Syndrome With Knee Osteoarthritis A Randomized Controlled Trial

What this Trial Is About

This research aims to evaluate how effective Myofascial Release and Dynamic Cupping Therapy are in improving the quality of life for people with Restless Leg Syndrome who also have knee Osteoarthritis. The study is a randomized controlled trial conducted at a physiotherapy outpatient department, where participants are carefully selected using specific criteria for Restless Leg Syndrome. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups. Group A will receive Myofascial Release therapy, involving a 15-minute session applying pressure with the therapist's thumb on the calf muscle while the patient lies face down. Group B will undergo Dynamic Cupping Therapy for 10 minutes, where cups are applied and moved over the calf and hamstring areas with lubricant to create negative pressure. Both groups will also receive cryotherapy and passive stretches for the lower limbs as standard treatment. Treatments will be given in 12 sessions over 4 weeks on alternate days. During the study, participants will be assessed at the start and after the 4-week treatment period using several tools including the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index, Visual Analog Scale for pain, Restless Leg Syndrome Quality of Life questionnaire, International Restless Leg Syndrome Study Group Rating Scale, and passive straight leg raise test. A physical therapist unaware of the treatment type will conduct assessments. This study will monitor changes in symptoms and quality of life to understand the impact of these therapies.

Comparative Effectiveness of Myofacial Release vs Cupping Therapy on Quality of Life in Restless Leg Syndrome With Knee O.A.