
What is cupping?
Cupping is a therapy in which a jar is attached to the skin surface to cause local congestion through the negative pressure created by introducing heat in the form of an ignited material. In the ancient times in China, cupping method was called "horn method". The animal horn was used to dispel pus. Along with continual development in clinical practice, the materials for making jars and the methods have been greatly improved. The rande of indications has been expanded, since this method is simple and the therapeutic effect is good. This therapy has attracted great attention and it has been applied in a large scale and also used as an supportive method to acupuncture.
What are the benefits?
Cupping method has the function of warming and promoting the free flow of qi and blood in the meridians, dispelling cold dampness, diminishina swellinas and pains.
In clinics, the cupping method is mainly used to treat:
- Pain symptoms such as pain of the upper back, lower back, shoulders, and legs.
- Gastrointestinal disorders such as stomachache, vomiting, and diarrhoea.
- Lung diseases such as cough and asthma.
Will it cause bruises?
Unlike bruises, cupping marks are caused by suction from the glass cup. It will bring toxins to the surface for detox effects. In general, it will disappear several days later.
