In this method the therapist uses special cupping instruments to provoke a vacuum effect on the skin. This stimulates the blood circulation and removes tension and stickiness in the tissue. It can be used in specific zones of the body depending on the health concern.

Goals of the cupping method

• Stimulation of the metabolism
• Activates the blood circulation in the tissue and skin
• Detoxifying
• Reduction of tension and stickiness in tissue, muscle and skin
• Stimulation of the natural energy flow of the body
• Relief of neck- and back pain, headaches, fatigue and poor digestion.

History

Already in the time of the ancient greeks this method was very well known and used. The cupping therapy now a days is mostly related and used in traditional Chinese medicine.

Modern cupping glasses can be made of rubber or other synthetic materials with an air valve. This way the time of use can be adjusted to the clients well beeing.

Good to know

A treatment with cupping glasses can provoke bruises or pink marks depending on the stickiness of the tissue, the sensibility of the skin and the amount of tension in the muscles. These color deficiencies should disappear within max. 7 days.