CUPPING THERAPY
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Cupping is an ancient Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) practice that involves suctioning or vacuuming sections of the body. The cups are heated by swabbing rubbing alcohol on the bottom and then lighting the cup or by placing an inverted cup over a flame to aid in suctioning.
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Glass cups are warmed with a flame creating a vacuum. Placed over a specific area the vacuum anchors the cup to the skin and pulls it upward. Drawing up the skin supports the opening of skin pores what helps to mobilize the blood flow in the body, balances the flow of qi, and supports the removal of toxins from the body. It’s also a great way to relax after a particularly stressful time.
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It has been reported to be useful with:
– Asthma
– Anxiety
– TMJ dysfunction
– Lung inflammation and congestion
– Pneumonia
– Poorly nourished skin and muscle tissue
– Diabetes, Toxicity, Stagnant lymph & edema
– Neuralgia, Rheumatism
– Chronic pain
– Insomnia, Migraine, Headaches, Parkinson’s Disease
– Poor circulation, high blood blood pressure
WHAT TO EXPECT?
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As a result of detoxification, cupping helps ease muscle pains, diminishes the swelling in tissues, speeds up metabolism, and strengthens the immune system. Recent researches also show that cupping therapy helps to:
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Reduce musculoskeletal pain: lower back pain, neck pain, shoulder pain, and fibromyalgia
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Induce comfort: muscle relaxation and reduce anxiety
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Alleviate digestive problems: Bloating, gastric reflux, and constipation conditions
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Good for improving recovery: Cough, asthma, and the common cold
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Good for skin issues: Eczema, urticaria, allergic dermatitis