Cupping
WHAT IS CUPPING?
Cupping, or vacuum therapy, is an old, effective form of treatment. The treatment has a good effect on the lymph glands and blood circulation in the body. The treatment uses cups that suck in and create a vacuum on the treated area. This can be seen on the body after the treatment, in the form of red marks. They go away after a few days and are completely harmless. A cup made of glass or plastic is used for cupping. The cup is placed on points on the body and acts like a suction cup. The connective tissue is lifted and energy is released. Flow is created. When can cupping be beneficial?
Cupping can be used to:
- Respiratory disorders
- Cold
- Back and shoulder pain and other muscle pain
- Cellulitis
A treatment that works Cupping works! The tissue's circulation is improved and often faster than with a massage. The vacuum loosens deep-seated tensions and releases waste products in the body. Thus, a treatment with cupping helps to increase the natural cleansing that takes place in the body.
What does cupping do?
Cupping is a form of treatment where small glass or plastic cups are placed on the skin to create a vacuum. This negative pressure has several beneficial effects:
- Stimulates blood circulation: The vacuum draws the blood to the surface. This increases the supply of oxygen and nutrients to the treated area, which promotes the body's own healing process.
- Loosens connective tissue and muscles: The treatment acts as a deep massage that lifts and stretches the connective tissue. This can release even stubborn tension and myosis that can be difficult to reach with regular massage.
- Cleanses waste products: The improved blood and lymph circulation helps transport waste products and excess fluid away from the area, supporting the body's natural cleansing process.
The result is often an immediate feeling of relief, pain relief and increased mobility in the treated area.
What is cupping good for?
Cupping is a versatile treatment that can alleviate a wide range of ailments and ailments. Many people experience good results with the treatment of:
- Muscle pain and tension: Particularly effective against tension in the neck, shoulders and back, myosis and general muscle stiffness.
- Sports injuries and recovery: Can accelerate healing in cases such as runner's knee and shin splints and is used by many athletes to improve recovery.
- Headaches and migraines: Can relieve tension headaches that stem from tight muscles in the neck and shoulders.
- Joint pain: Can provide relief from osteoarthritis, for example.
- General well-being: The treatment can have a de-stressing effect, improve sleep quality and provide a feeling of renewed energy.
Is cupping dangerous?
No, cupping is a safe treatment when performed by a trained and experienced practitioner.
It is important to know that the treatment typically leaves round, red or purple marks on the skin. These marks are a normal sign that blood has been drawn to the surface to release a blockage. The marks are not dangerous and will disappear on their own within a few days to a week.
The treatment itself should not be painful, but you may feel a tightening or tingling sensation where the cups are placed. Afterwards, the area may feel a little sore, like after a deep massage.
Important: Although cupping is safe for most people, there are situations where it is not recommended. Always talk to your practitioner about your health condition. The treatment is typically not given to pregnant women on the lower back or abdomen, people with acute injuries such as herniated discs, or patients undergoing active cancer treatment.
