Kinesio Taping Versus Dry Cupping Therapy in Treatment of Thoracic Kyphosis

Official title

Effect of Kinesio Taping Versus Dry Cupping Therapy in Treatment of Thoracic Kyphosis: A Randomized Control Trial

Overview

This study will be conducted to investigate the effect of Kinesio taping versus dry cupping therapy in the treatment of thoracic kyphosis

Detailed description

Kyphosis is defined as an increase in the forward curvature of the spine that is seen along the sagittal plane. When the forward curvature becomes excessive, this is called hyperkyphosis. The curvature can be a normal variance when presented in the thoracic spine or in excess be a cause for instability and concern. The natural history of kyphosis is not exactly well known. Kinesio Taping (KT) stands out as one such modality proposed to manage musculoskeletal disorders (MSK) disorders. First developed in the 1970s by Dr. Kenzo Kase, It is touted for pain relief, increased range of motion (ROM), and muscle relaxation. As such, it is widely used, not only among athletes but also in clinical medicine Another traditional technique is known as dry cupping therapy that involve the application of cups to create localised negative pressure on the skin, has been utilised for over four thousand years. Its use spans various conditions, including musculoskeletal pain. Dry Cupping has traditionally carried folkloric, cultural, religious, and spiritual significance within various societies It is used for health promotion, prophylaxis and treatment of a variety of diseases around the world. It is a well-recognized traditional method for managing medical conditions. Currently, the scope of cupping therapy is expanding, and a growing body of research is providing additional evidence-based data for the further advancement of this therapy in the treatment of a variety of diseases. It has gained popularity and acceptance as a method of treating pain as well as sports injuries and other medical conditions.

Interventions

• Other Kinesio taping
  The subjects in this group will be treated with KT in addition to the traditional treatment for thoracic kyphosis. Elastic tape (Kinesio tape, Kinesio® Tex Classic, Kinesio Holding Corporation, New Mexico, USA) 5 cm in width will be applied on the upper back of participants by a certified physiotherapist. When applying the tape, the participants will be in an upright standing position with both arms along the side of the body in a relaxed position. Taping will be applied from a starting point at
• Other Dry Cupping Therapy
  Participants in this group will receive three sessions per week for four weeks. Two sessions will include cupping therapy in addition to conventional treatment, while one session will consist of conventional treatment only. Six stationary cups will be placed directly around the thoracic spine three cups on each side of the spine. Reusable acrylic cups of medium diameter (3.5 cm) will be used for each individual at each session. The participant will be asked to lie prone. Before beginning the ses
• Other Conventional treatment
  The participants in this group will receive conventional treatment that will include advices, stretching, strengthening and functional exercises 3 sessions a week for 4 weeks.

Primary outcome measures

• Pain Intensity Level [Time frame: up to 4 weeks]

Secondary outcome measures (1)

• Thoracic-curve angle [Time frame: up to 4 weeks]

Eligibility criteria

Inclusion criteria

• Subjects with thoracic kyphosis angle > 40° diagnosed by a medical doctor will be selected from Damietta University's clinic of physical education faculty.
• Subjects from both genders with an age range between 18 and 30 years .
• Subjects who are physically active in physical education sessions

Exclusion criteria

• Subjects with medical conditions that restrict activity.
• Those who received exercise intervention for kyphosis.
• Structural thoracic kyphosis, defined as thoracic kyphosis that did not partially or completely disappear during prone extension, as assessed by a physical therapist.
• Medical history of spinal fracture, spinal surgery, shoulder joint injury or pelvic injury.
• Other spinal diseases; presence of scoliosis on Adam's forward bend test.
• Spinal kyphosis due to visible thoracic deformity.
• Subjects undergoing professional sports training.
• Skin disease (dermatitis, psoriasis), neurological disease or cancer.
• Using anticoagulants or nonsteroidal antidepressants.
• Inflammatory or rheumatologic disorders of the spine.
• Severe cardiopulmonary disease, rheumatic disease or pregnancy.
• Have a pacemaker or metal implants.
• Do not understand the written consent form.

Criteria are shown verbatim from the registry (in English). Final eligibility is always assessed by the study center.

Healthy volunteers: No

Study design

Allocation

Randomized

Model

Parallel assignment

Masking

Single blind

Primary purpose

Treatment

Study locations

Center list to be confirmed — check the primary protocol.

Identifiers

NCT: NCT07373925 · P.T/REC/012/006192

Primary sources (government registries)

• ClinicalTrials.gov (US NIH)

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