EFFECT OF CUPPING THERAPY ON HAMSTRING MUSCLES MECHANICAL PROPERTIES

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Introduction: Cupping is an effective treatment for aches and pains in various parts of the body such as limbs, head, neck, shoulders, and back. It involves quick, vigorous, and rhythmic strokes to stimulate the muscles. As a result, cupping has the potential to improve quality of life (Mehta & Dhapte, 2015). By applying localized negative pressure and pulling the skin into the cup without leaving any scars, dry cupping increases blood flow to the affected area, speeds up the healing process, and improves function and range of motion (Sweety et al., 2022). Although the normal use requires more than one cup, even one cup applied has an impact on the tissues’ elasticity (Gozubuyuk et al., 2018). The exact mechanisms behind cupping therapy reducing muscle stiffness are not well understood. While some studies found no change in muscle stiffness before and after therapy, others showed a decrease (McCullough, 2020).

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Gozubuyuk, O. B., Devran, S., & Akikol, M. (2018). The effects of dry cupping therapy on muscle thickness and elasticity of upper back muscles. Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies, 22(4), 851. doi:10.1016/j.jbmt.2018.09.018

Mehta, P., & Dhapte, V. (2015). Cupping therapy: A prudent remedy for a plethora of medical ailments. Journal of Traditional and Complementary Medicine, 5(3), 127–134. doi:10.1016/j.jtcme.2014.11.036

Sweety, M., Pooja, A., Pooja, B. M., & Ejaz, H. (2022). Effect of dry cupping therapy on pain, dynamic balance and functional performance in young female with recreational runners chronic plantar fasciitis. Sports Orthopaedics and Traumatology, 38(2), 159–170. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.orthtr.2022.02.001

McCullough, M. (2020). Change in Muscle Stiffness Using Shear Wave Elastography, Range of Motion, and Perceived Pain Following a Cupping Therapy Treatment in Physically Active Adults. Boise State University Theses and Dissertations. 1673.10.18122/td/1673/boisestat


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