Cupping is a form of massage that uses suction to lift tissue as the cup is moved or parked on the body surface.  This creates space and separation in the tissues, that allow the therapist to work more effetively on the client.  The connecting tube allows for  suction and release with control of pressure and ease of movement.  This versatility provides a wide range of applications, from light lymphatic drainage  to powerful suction and movements used for deep tissue and scar release.

The suction reaches deep into the soft tissue and also has a sedating effect on the nervous system.  Another benefit is to pull inflammation and unneeded waste from the body tissues so that the skin and lymphatic system can readily eliminate it.  One of the most amazing aspects of this technique is the “separation” that the vacuum produces in tissue layers.  This enables water absorption and renewed blood flow to undernourished and dehydrated tissue.  This separation of fused, congested soft tissue increases the tissue function and can help change many current health conditions.

Cupping may be applied to ages 17-60 as much as twice a week.  Over the age of 70 and under the age of 16, once a week is sufficient.

Conditions that Respond to Cupping:

• Fibromyalgia
• Bursitis, Tendonitis and other inflammatory conditions
• Irritable Bowel Syndrome
• Stagnant lymph and edema
• Poor circulation
• Sciatica
• Insomnia and anxiety
• Poorly nourished skin and muscle tissue
• Lung inflammation and congestion
• Toxicity
• Migraine and tension headaches
• High/low blood pressure
• Asthma, pneumonia and common cold
• Neuralgia and rheumatism
• Pre and post-operative conditions
• Diabetes
• Chronic pain
• Plantar fasciatis
• Athletic stress and injury

 

Contraindications:

• Pregnancy
• Varicose veins
• Avoid excess pressure or duration for people on blood thinners or with diabetes
• Avoid lesions and bulging discs
• Avoid any cupping 6-8 weeks after surgery
• On an empty stomach such as in fasting periods
• People complaining of lethargy or exhaustion
• Immediately following injury
• Inflamed or infected tissue
• A bleeding injury (external as well as internal)
• Over a fracture, a grade 3 muscle or ligament sprain as well as in complete tendon rupture