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Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy Journal

Volume  17, Issue 3, July – September 2024, Pages 153-158
 

Original Article

To Compare the Effects of Dynamic Cupping Therapy Versus Active Release Technique on Hamstring Flexibility in Recreational Athletes

Tanmay Garg1, Sharda Sharma2, Surbhi Thapliyal3, Niraj Kumar4, Pragya Sharma5

1  Researcher, 2  Associate  Professor, 3Assistant Professor, 4Professor, Departmentof Physiotherapy, Shri Guru Ram Rai Institute of Medical & Health Sciences, Dehradun 248001,Uttarakhand, 5Assistant Professor, Department of Physiotherapy, Galgotias University, Greater Noida 203201, Uttar Pradesh, India.

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DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.21088/potj.0974.5777.17324.4

Abstract

Introduction: Hamstring flexibility is crucial for athletic performance and injury prevention. Various therapeutic techniques have been explored to improve hamstring flexibility, with dynamic cupping and Active Release Technique (ART) being two popular methods. However, limited research exists comparing the efficacy of these interventions.   Need to Study: Need of study is to compare that which technique is more effective on enhancing hamstring flexibility in recreational athletes either dynamic cupping or active release technique.   Method: This study involved 30 recreational athletes randomly divided into two groups. Group A (n=15) received dynamic cupping therapy, while Group B (n=15) underwent Active Release Technique (ART). Both groups received three treatment sessions over three days. Hamstring flexibility was assessed using a goniometer, and pain intensity was measured using the Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS).   Conclusion: In summary, this study indicates that both dynamic cupping and Active Release Technique (ART) effectively improve hamstring flexibility and reduce pain in recreational athletes. However, ART demonstrated slightly greater effectiveness in enhancing flexibility compared to dynamic cupping. These findings suggest that while both techniques are viable options, ART may be the preferred choice for athletes aiming to optimize hamstring flexibility and prevent injury. Future research should explore larger sample sizes and longer follow-up periods to further elucidate the comparative benefits of these interventions.


Keywords : Dynamic Cupping Therapy; Active Release Therapy; Recreational Athletes; Hamstring Flexibility.
Corresponding Author : Niraj Kumar