Scooping vs cupping: which therapy helps Kids' stiff elbows best?
NCT ID NCT07482371
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tests two hands-on therapies—scooping mobilization and dynamic cupping—to see which better improves elbow movement and function in children aged 6-13 with stiffness after a fracture. Twenty-eight children will receive one of the treatments combined with electrotherapy for 4 weeks. Researchers will measure range of motion and daily function before and after treatment.
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Active substance
scooping mobilization technique and dynamic cupping therapy
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that either technique helps children regain elbow movement and daily function after a fracture.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 28 participants, so results may not apply to all children. The treatments are physical therapy techniques, not a cure.
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RECRUITINGLahore, Punjab Province, 54000, Pakistan
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