The Effect of Cupping on Spasticity and Function of the Lower Extremity During Rehabilitation After Stroke
Recruiting
N/A
Interventional Study
Stroke Gait Rehabilitation
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
At a Glance
- Age
- 30 – 80
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Interventional
- Purpose
- Treatment
- Participants needed
- 30 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- Scott Getsoian · Industry
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About This Trial
Physical therapists use dry static cupping for the treatment of many conditions, including spasticity for patients post-stroke. While research better describes the effects of dry static cupping for patients with orthopedic conditions, information is lacking on central conditions, such as stroke and resulting spasticity.
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* Age 30-80
* Acute stroke (within 6 months of stroke), with spasticity \& hemiparesis of LE
* Referred by doctor for rehabilitation for a stroke-related condition
* Attending Ascension Rehabilitation of Joliet for rehabilitation
* Able to read or verbally understand English or …
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