Ancient cupping technique put to the test for back pain
NCT ID NCT05792358
First seen Feb 26, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 8 times
Summary
This study looked at whether wet cupping therapy can help people with ankylosing spondylitis, a type of arthritis that causes back pain and stiffness. Half of the 100 participants received wet cupping plus their usual medications, while the other half only took their usual medications. The researchers measured changes in pain, physical function, and disease activity to see if cupping provided extra relief.
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Karabuk University
Karabük, Turkey (Türkiye)
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