Effect of Cupping Therapy on Microcirculation in Healthy Volunteers
Launched by TOKAT GAZIOSMANPASA UNIVERSITY · Mar 6, 2025
Trial Information
Current as of May 09, 2025
Completed
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
Participants rested in a seated position at standard temperature for at least 10 minutes. A blood pressure cuff was applied to the upper arm, and the NIRS device (Covidien INVOS™ 5100C Cerebral/Somatic Oximeter, Dublin) was used to monitor regional oxygen levels in the thenar region of the hand throughout the protocol. After a 3-minute stabilization period, the vascular occlusion protocol commenced: the blood pressure cuff was inflated rapidly within 3-4 seconds to 50 mmHg above the baseline systolic blood pressure and maintained for 3 minutes, then deflated within 1 second. The participant...
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • 18-65 years old
- • Healthy
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • Smoking or using tobacco products
- • Taking alcohol or other substances, or any medication
- • Have conditions affecting microcirculation
- • Have acute or chronic pain
- • Anemia
- • Obesity
- • Reynaud's phenomenon
- • Baseline blood pressure being 140-90mmHg or above
- • sPO2 value being below 96%
About Tokat Gaziosmanpasa University
Tokat Gaziosmanpasa University is a distinguished academic institution dedicated to advancing medical research and innovation through rigorous clinical trials. With a commitment to enhancing healthcare outcomes, the university leverages its multidisciplinary expertise and state-of-the-art facilities to conduct comprehensive studies that address critical health challenges. By fostering collaboration among researchers, healthcare professionals, and industry partners, Tokat Gaziosmanpasa University aims to contribute valuable insights to the scientific community and improve patient care through evidence-based practices.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Tokat, , Turkey
Patients applied
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported