Cupping Therapy: Ancient Healing for the Modern Body
Cupping therapy is an ancient practice from traditional medicine in which a therapist places special cups on the skin to create suction. This suction is believed to move blood either toward or away from specific areas, helping to relieve pain, reduce inflammation, promote relaxation, and support overall well-being. It is also used as a form of deep tissue therapy.
Dry Cupping Therapy
Dry cupping is the most commonly used method in the Western world because it is simple, safe, and non-invasive. The therapist places the cups directly on the skin and creates suction using hand pressure, a pump, or a flame if using glass cups.
Dry cupping can also be combined with massage, known as massage cupping or running cupping. In this technique, the therapist applies oil or lotion to the skin and gently glides silicone cups across the surface in circular or linear motions. This technique enhances circulation, loosens tight muscles, and creates a massage-like sensation.
The goal of dry cupping is to increase blood flow to the targeted area while encouraging the movement of fluids and the removal of toxins. These fluids are believed to contain substances related to inflammation and disease.
Wet Cupping Therapy
Wet cupping involves a two-step process. First, the therapist creates gentle suction by placing a cup on the skin for a few minutes. After removing the cup, small, shallow cuts are made on the surface of the skin using a sterile blade. The cup is then reapplied to draw out a small amount of blood.
This method is thought to bring healing by attracting the body’s natural inflammatory response and stimulating the release of pain-relieving chemicals called endogenous opioids. These natural substances help reduce pain, support immunity, and promote overall health.
An alternate method of wet cupping skips the initial suction. Instead, the therapist makes small cuts first and then applies the cups to draw blood directly.
Cupping Therapy
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