What is Cupping?
Cupping is a therapeutic technique using a cup that is applied to the skin with a partial vacuum (by suctioning out the air with a pump or using a change in heat). The cups can remain on a specific area of the body for a period of time (dry technique) or be moved along the skin with the use of a lubricant (wet technique). It creates an inverse massage sensation exerting negative pressure on soft tissue. Cupping promotes blood circulation, loosens muscles, removes stagnation, releases toxins, relieves pain, and sedates the nervous system. It can be used for back pain, neck pain, headaches, migraines, rheumatism, anxiety, stress, digestive issues, abdominal pain, painful menstruation, respiratory issues such as asthma and coughing, common cold, hypertension and cellulite. Cupping is generally combined with an acupuncture treatment but it can be used alone.
A certain amount of bruising is to be expected with both the dry technique and the wet technique of cupping. The bruising usually disappears in 7-10 days.
A certain amount of bruising is to be expected with both the dry technique and the wet technique of cupping. The bruising usually disappears in 7-10 days.