What is Cupping?

Cupping therapy has been used by cultures all over the world. It predates the written language and is depicted in the hieroglyphics of ancient Egypt. As cupping techniques evolved over time, its many therapeutic effects were documented in the earliest textbooks of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Many of those techniques are still used by practitioners to this day.

The most common style of cupping is "fire cupping" where a small flame is placed into a glass cup and onto the skin. The cups are left in place or moved around with massage oil to create a feeling of relaxation, similar to a massage. Depending on the nature of the treatment, the suction pressure of the cups can also be adjusted to have a much deeper and stronger quality. This pressure is often used to treat chronic ailments and deep musculoskeletal injuries. Alternate cupping therapies may be applied with the use of modern plastic or silicone suction cups.

Benefits of Cupping Therapy:

• Increased Circulation

• Accelerated Recovery From Injury

• Relieved Muscle Tension

• Improved Range of Motion