To compare the effects of Dynamic Cupping and Myofascial Release Technique in calf pain

Comparison of Myofascial Trigger Point Dynamic Cupping and Myofascial Release Technique on Pain and Function of Chronic calf pain

Status

Active, not recruiting

Phases

Phase 1Phase 2

Study type

Interventional

Source

CTRI

Registry ID

CTRI/2022/09/046043

Enrollment

Registered

2022-09-29

Start date

Unknown

Completion date

Unknown

Last updated

2022-10-17

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Conditions

Health Condition 1: M959- Acquired deformity of musculoskeletal system, unspecified

Interventions

Intervention1: Dynamic Cupping Therapy: In group A manual suction pump with one plastic cup will be utilized for intervention. The cup will be applied to the calf region with aqua gel for producing dy

Eligibility

Inclusion criteria

Inclusion criteria: Adults(18-25years) 2. At least one or more trigger points in the calf muscles. 3. Both males and females. 4. Muscles associated with trigger points must be soleus and gastrocnemius. 5. Both limbs are given equal importance.

Exclusion criteria

Exclusion criteria: 1. Tumor, fracture, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis, or any vascular condition in the lower limbs. 2. Previous surgery in the affected leg below the hip. 3. History of Deep vein thrombosis or varicose vein. 4. Contraindication to Cupping Therapy. 5. Pregnancy.

Design outcomes

Primary

Measure	Time frame
Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS) Pain Pressure Thershold (PPH)Timepoint: 2 times for 3 weeks	—

Secondary

Measure	Time frame
Range of Motion of Ankle Joint SF-36 QuestionnaireTimepoint: 2 times for 3 weeks	—

Countries

India

Contacts

Public ContactSakshi Vats

Maharishi Markandeshwar Institute of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation

kamran.ali@mmumullana.org9540686786

Outcome results

None listed

Source: CTRI (via WHO ICTRP) · Data processed: Feb 4, 2026