What is cupping?
Cupping is a method of relieving local congestion by applying a partial vacuum which is created in cup or cups, either by heat or by suction.
The Vacuum force allows the tissue to be lifted and thus causing changes in pressure beneath the skin including the muscle and surrounding fascia. Myofascial Cupping provides profound benefits to the patient, particularly with assisting the body in maintaining Range Of Motion, eliminating Myofascial Trigger Points and reducing restrictive and sometimes painful fascial adhesions commonly found from repetitive movement originating from sports and the workplace. By reducing fascial adhesions while encouraging optimal hydration levels of soft tissue, Myofascial Cupping may assist in reducing the incidence of injury and maintaining functional soft tissue.
The Vacuum force allows the tissue to be lifted and thus causing changes in pressure beneath the skin including the muscle and surrounding fascia. Myofascial Cupping provides profound benefits to the patient, particularly with assisting the body in maintaining Range Of Motion, eliminating Myofascial Trigger Points and reducing restrictive and sometimes painful fascial adhesions commonly found from repetitive movement originating from sports and the workplace. By reducing fascial adhesions while encouraging optimal hydration levels of soft tissue, Myofascial Cupping may assist in reducing the incidence of injury and maintaining functional soft tissue.
What are the benefits?
Cupping is one of the most effective myofascial therapies available. Cupping can be used to treat the following conditions:
- Relieve back and neck pains, particularly related to muscle stiffness
- Reduce anxiety and fatigue
- Effective treatment for headaches and migraines
- Fibromyalgia
- Tissue and joint sub-acute inflammation
- Poor circulation, stagnant lymph and oedema
- Neuralgia and rheumatism- Sciatica
- TMJ dysfunction
- Chronic pain
- Plantar fascitis
- Athletic stress ad sub-acute injury
- Decrease rheumatic conditions
- Can clear congestion from common cough or cold
- Increases local blood supply to the muscles and skin
- Improved lymphatic drainage
- Stimulates the parasympathetic nervous system, contributing to an increased sense of relaxation
After care
Keep the cupped area covered, warm and free from any drafts immediately after treatment and for the following three days to assure that the muscles do not tighten and spasm. Drink plenty of water to help cleanse the body’s normal excretory channels. Take it easy after the cupping treatment and for the day after. Avoid hot tubs and cold plunges to prevent getting chilled. Avoid any strenuous activity, especially if there is residual soreness. If you still have concerns, call your practitioner.