ReviewJournal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Global research & reviews2020
The Evidence for Common Nonsurgical Modalities in Sports Medicine, Part 2: Cupping and Blood Flow Restriction.
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- The Use of Cupping (Hijama) Therapy Among Athletes and Its Relationship With Sleep Quality: A Cross-Sectional Study in Palestine.Health science reports · 2026Article
- Acute neuromuscular, metabolic, and perceptual responses to low-load isokinetic exercise under varying percentages of arterial occlusion pressure.Frontiers in physiology · 2026Article
- Impact of wet and dry cupping therapy on endurance, perceived wellness, and exertion in recreational male runners.Sports medicine and health science · 2026Article
- Using texture analysis of ultrasound images to assess the effect of cupping therapy on muscle quality of the triceps.PloS one · 2024Article
- Effects of a Perioperative Blood Flow Restriction Therapy Program on Early Quadriceps Strength and Patient-Reported Outcomes After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction.Orthopaedic journal of sports medicine · 2023Article
- Effect of durations and pressures of cupping therapy on muscle stiffness of triceps.Frontiers in bioengineering and biotechnology · 2022Article
- Efficacy of Dry Needling and Acupuncture in the Treatment of Neck Pain.Anesthesiology and pain medicine · 2021Review
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Abstract
objectiveThere are a number of nonsurgical modalities used by athletes in attempts to improve performance or prevent, treat, and rehabilitate musculoskeletal injuries. A concise review of available evidence on common nonsurgical modalities used today is necessary, so that practitioners may appropriately counsel patients.
methodsA comprehensive review of relevant publications regarding cupping and blood flow restriction (BFR) from 2006 through 2019 was completed using PubMed and Google Scholar.
resultsThere have been numerous investigations evaluating the efficacy of nonsurgical modalities for a myriad of musculoskeletal conditions. Cupping may be an effective option with low risk in treating nonspecific, musculoskeletal pain. Studies comparing BFR with non-BFR controls suggest that it may increase muscle strength and endurance for individuals undergoing rehabilitation or sport-specific training by mimicking the low oxygen environment during exercise.
conclusionsNonsurgical modalities are low-cost treatment strategies with rates of adverse outcomes as low as 0.008% that will likely continue to increase in popularity. Despite the paucity of recent research in cupping and BFR, evidence suggests benefits with use. High-quality studies are needed to effectively evaluate these treatments, so that care providers can provide appropriate guidance based on evidence-based medicine.
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