Cupping or massage? new study tests which eases restless legs and knee pain

NCT ID NCT06918847

First seen Nov 01, 2025

Summary

This study compares myofascial release (a type of massage) and cupping therapy to see which better improves quality of life in people with restless leg syndrome and knee osteoarthritis. 54 adults aged 40-70 with moderate to severe knee arthritis will receive 12 sessions over 4 weeks. Both groups also get standard care like cold therapy and stretches. Researchers will measure sleep quality, pain, and restless leg symptoms.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Dow Institute of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    RECRUITING

    Karachi, Sindh, 74200, Pakistan

Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

osteoarthritis, knee restless legs syndrome sleep disorder sleep-wake disorder

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