Iran University Of Medical Sciences
Clinical trials sponsored by Iran University Of Medical Sciences, explained in plain language.
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Laser light could ease sciatica pain without surgery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether high-power laser therapy can reduce pain and disability in people with sciatica caused by a herniated disc. Thirty-six adults with at least 12 weeks of symptoms received either real or sham laser treatments. The goal was to see if the laser improves pain…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Iran University of Medical Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 17:55 UTC
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Cupping therapy fails to beat sham for back pain relief
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether dry cupping therapy, combined with routine physiotherapy, helps people with chronic non-specific low back pain more than a sham (fake) cupping treatment. Forty-eight adults with pain lasting at least 3 months took part. The results showed that real cuppi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Iran University of Medical Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 12:41 UTC