This pilot study will investigate the effects of dry cupping the lumbar paraspinal muscles on lumbar spine on range of motion (ROM), blood flow as indicated by skin temperature, subjective pain, pressure pain threshold, perceived treatment effect and overall function in individuals experiencing Non-specific low back pain (NSLBP). The intervention will occur across three treatment sessions, scheduled approximately 48 hours apart. Both an intervention and placebo group will be used an a pre-/post- comparison will be conducted.
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The Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS)
Timeframe: Pre-intervention #1, immediately after intervention #1, pre-intervention #2, immediately after intervention #2, pre-intervention #3, immediately after intervention #3
Algometry
Timeframe: Pre-intervention #1, immediately after intervention #1, pre-intervention #2, immediately after intervention #2, pre-intervention #3, immediately after intervention #3