2023, Vol. 10, Issue 3, Part G

The objective of the study is to examine the short- and long-term effects of Dry cupping against kinesio tape on cervical pain and range of motion. Cervical pain and limited range of motion are two common issues that can have a significant impact on a person's quality of life. While dry cupping uses self-myofascial release, kinesio taping reduces pain-causing neck motion. The study aimed to assess the effectiveness of dry cupping against kinesio taping in relieving neck pain and improving range of motion. 40 people with cervical discomfort were randomly assigned to one of two groups: dry cupping or kinesio taping. During the four-week intervention phase, three sessions per week were held. Prior to the intervention, cervical discomfort severity was assessed using a visual analogue scale (VAS) and the cervical range of motion was measured using goniometry. Immediate post-intervention and long-term follow-up assessments were conducted at the end of the four-week intervention period and four weeks after the intervention's conclusion, respectively. Finally, both dry cupping and kinesio taping can be used to relieve neck pain and increase range of motion. Dry cupping, on the other hand, outperformed kinesio taping in both the short and long term. These findings suggest that dry cupping may be a more effective treatment for those who have chronic neck pain and limited range of motion. More study is needed to better understand the underlying mechanisms of these therapies and to maximise their usage in the treatment of cervical discomfort.