Dry Dynamic Cupping vs Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization for Chronic Myofascial Low Back Pain

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This interventional study compares two physical therapy approaches for chronic myofascial low back pain. Participants will be adults aged 25–45 with long-standing, palpation-confirmed myofascial pain who have not had spinal surgery or inflammatory/neurological conditions. The study examines changes in pain, functional disability, and quality of life after receiving either dry dynamic cupping or instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization. Results may indicate which method provides greater relief and functional improvement. The trial is conducted at Mediplex Healthcare Center in Rawalpindi, sponsored by Ibadat International University, Islamabad.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Chronic Myofascial Lower Back Pain \> 3 months
* Pain reproduced by palpation of Lumbar Para-Spinals, Quadratus Lumborum (QL) or Thoracolumbar Fascia.
* Trigger Points will be diagnosed through Simons and Travell's Criteria
* Age 25-45 years (young adults according to WHO classification)
* Both genders

Exclusion Criteria:

* History of spinal surgery
* Presence of inflammatory or neurological disorders
* Facet joint dysfunction
* Discogenic pain
* Ligamentous pain
* Pregnant females

Where it's running

• Mediplex Healthcare Center, Rawalpindi
  Rawalpindi, Punjab Province, Pakistan Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Muhammad Ashar Rafi, Dpt, Ms-Nmpt — Ibadat International University
• Study coordinator: Muhammad Ashar Rafi, Dpt, Ms-Nmpt
• Email: ashar.rafi@uipt.iiui.edu.pk
• Phone: 0092-308-3407837

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.