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What is Cupping?
What is Cupping?
Cupping is a treatment technique in which negative pressure is created inside an instrument called a "cup" to create an small outward pulling force on a patient's body. Think of cupping as similar to a gentle inverted deep-tissue massage. This process draws blood circulation towards the targeted area to promote healing in the local area.
Cups can be made of many different materials like plastic, bamboo or glass. Some cupping techniques use a suction plunger while others use a heat to create a vacuum.
The markings of a typical cupping session.
Heart shaped cupping is equally effective but swimsuit friendly!
Don't Worry About the Distinct Marks!
Don't Worry About the Distinct Marks!
Cupping is often known for the distinctive marks it leaves on a patient's body. These marks are expected. In fact, patterns and colors of the markings can sometimes serve to help further understand a patient's condition.
Discoloration of cupped areas are diverse, ranging from light pink to fresh red to even dark burgundy. Different areas of the body on the same individual often have different colors which reflects the condition of the muscles. Contrasts in color can help indicate areas of the body that may need more attention, such as muscle groups that were recently worked out or recently and chronically injured area that have trouble recovering from trauma.
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