Cupping

Cupping

Cupping refers to any treatment in which suction cups are used in therapy. It has been used as treatment for over 5,000 years.It improves blood circulation, chronic scaring and can also alleviate pain. A flame is held over the cup, the air in the cup is heated and then the cup is placed on the the treatment location. This then creates a vacuum inside the cup, which draws the tissues into the cup promoting circulation at this location. Cupping has a simulating effect on the entire body. Placing the cups on the abdomen can help with digestive conditions such as constipation or gas. Along with nutritional support cupping can help with lessening of cellulite. Some common indications for cupping are muscles disorders, impaired circulation, headache, migraine, neuralgic pain, scar tissue and respiratory conditions.

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