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Myofascial Release and Dynamic Cupping in Children
Led by Riphah International University · Updated on 2026-05-08
45
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
81 weeks
Total Duration
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
Neck pain is a common musculoskeletal disorder that significantly affects quality of life and daily activities, with an annual prevalence of 30-50% worldwide. This randomized clinical trial aims to compare the effects of myofascial release therapy and dynamic cupping on neck pain and posture in school-based children aged 7-12 years. A total of 40 children with neck pain and postural deviations will be recruited from schools and randomly assigned to either a myofascial release group or a dynamic cupping group (20 participants each) for a 6-week intervention. Children with skin conditions, neurological symptoms, recent analgesic use, or assistive device use will be excluded. Outcomes will be assessed using the Visual Analog Scale, goniometer, and plumb line test, and data will be analyzed using SPSS version 27 to determine the effectiveness of both interventions in reducing pain and improving posture.
CONDITIONS
Official Title
Myofascial Release and Dynamic Cupping in Children
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Children aged 7 to 12 years
- Both boys and girls
- Neck pain with a Numeric Pain Rating Scale score of 7 to 10
- Presence of postural deviations confirmed by plumb line test
You will not qualify if you...
- Skin infections, open wounds, or skin conditions on the neck or upper back
- Neurological symptoms such as cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, or multiple sclerosis
- Recent use of pain-relieving medications
- Use of assistive devices like collars
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Imran Amjad
Lahore, Pakistan, 54000
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Research Team
I
IMRAN AMJAD, PhD
CONTACT
M
MUHAMMAD ASIF JAVEED, MS-PT
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How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
SINGLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
OTHER
Number of Arms
2
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