Cupping

Cupping is a traditional therapy in Chinese medicine which involves the application of a cup on the skin through a vacuum or suction to treat a variety of diseases through the mobilization and flow of blood and Qi energy.

This method of treatment has been used since the ancient times, in various civilisations – and it is believed to date back to 3000 BC.

We are trained to use a variety of cupping methods such as the traditional fire cupping (heating the glass cups with a flame) or the modern suction plastic and glass cups.

Benefits of cupping:

• moves stasis and drains fluids;
• relieves inflammation;
• sedates the nervous system;
• breaks up and dispels congestion;
• releases Muscle and connective tissue;
• loosens adhesions;
• treats muscle and joint pain, stiffness and arthritis;
• strengthens the immune system by promoting the flow of lymphatic fluid;