Cupping vs. massage for neck pain in IT workers
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Injuries & trauma, Pain clinical trials.
This study compares two hands-on treatments—myofascial release (a type of massage) and dry cupping—to see which one better reduces neck pain, improves muscle flexibility, and makes daily activities easier for IT professionals with trapezitis (pain in the upper back and neck muscles).
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Who can take part
- You are an IT professional between 20 and 65 years old
- You have had pain and tenderness in your upper back/neck muscles (trapezius) for at least 4 weeks
- Your pain level is at least 3 on a 0–10 scale
- You spend at least 6 hours a day working on a computer
- You have some trouble with neck movement or daily tasks because of the pain
Quick eligibility check
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