CompletedNot Applicable

Effect of Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization and Dynamic Cupping

Pakistan28 participantsStarted 2024-09-24

Plain-language summary

Children who experience fractures may develop stiffness and limited range of motion in their affected joints, notably the elbow. Although conventional rehabilitation approaches have demonstrated some effectiveness, innovative methods like Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) and Dynamic Cupping hold promise for enhancing outcomes. These techniques represent emerging therapies aimed at improving range of motion and function across different musculoskeletal conditions. However, there is a lack of comparative research examining their efficacy specifically in pediatric patients with post-fracture elbow stiffness

Who can participate

Age range6 Years – 16 Years

SexALL

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Inclusion criteria * Age from 6 to 15 years (23) * Both genders Participant with elbow postoperative stiffness with loss of extension of ≥-30 degrees and/or flexion ≤120 degrees Participant with at least 6-week post-surgery with open reduction and internal fixation done for either of the following fractures. Exclusion Criteria: * Participants who declined consent. * Participants who had pathological fractures, associated ipsilateral injuries, bilateral upper extremity injuries, neuro-vascular disorders, heterotrophic ossification, and contraindications for IASTM

What they're measuring

Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder, and Hand Questionnaire

Timeframe: 6 weeks

Goniometer Measurement for Range of motion

Timeframe: 6 weeks

Numeric Pain rating Scale

Timeframe: 6 weeks

Trial details

NCT IDNCT06673745

SponsorRiphah International University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2024-12-25

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