cupping

Cupping is a form of Traditional Chinese Medicine. When the cup is placed on the skin we then will form a suction by using a rubber pump creating a vacuum to pull the skin upwards into the cup separating the skin from the fascia.

Cupping helps release adhesions (bands of scar like tissue) in the area which helps loosen muscles that can be causing pain.  It also will help to increase blood flow to the area to assist in healing. Proponents also claim the suction helps facilitate the flow of “qi” in the body.

This treatment is commonly known for leaving circular bruise marks.  These bruises are showing the effect of the blood pooling in the area and assisting in healing.  They should only last about a week and shouldn't be very painful.  Be sure to ask our doctor if they think you would benefit from cupping