Cupping Therapy

Cupping therapy is a type of alternative therapy that originated from traditional Chinese medicine. It involves placing cups, often made of glass, bamboo, or silicone, on the skin to create suction. This process is believed to facilitate the flow of “Qi” or life energy, stimulate healing, and promote blood circulation. Two main types of cupping therapy include dry cupping, which solely involves suction, and wet cupping, which includes a combination of suction and controlled medicinal bleeding. The cups are typically left on the skin for up to 10 minutes. Cupping therapy is often used to relieve back and neck pains, stiff muscles, anxiety, fatigue, migraines, and rheumatism.