A Beginner’s Guide to Cupping Therapy
There are various treatment methods available in physiotherapy that are used for pain management. Cupping is one such therapeutic treatment method, which involves special cups that are initially warmed and placed onto the skin of the patient to create suction. Here’s everything you need to know about Cupping therapy in High Wycombe.
People often undergo cupping therapy for a variety of reasons, such as to get relief from inflammation and pain, as a form of deep tissue massage, for proper blood circulation, relaxation, and overall well-being.
Cupping therapy is considered to be one of the oldest healing techniques practiced in traditional Chinese and Middle Eastern medicine. Many people from all parts of the world have used this ancient healing therapy for pain management.
Several individuals are rediscovering the benefits of cupping therapy in High Wycombe and they have realized that the treatment method is ideal for dealing with various conditions. If you are someone who wishes to know more about cupping therapy then stay with us! Through this article, we will walk you through all the basic things you should know about cupping therapy.
How Does It Work
Cupping therapy in High Wycombe is traditionally carried out with the help of cups usually made of glass, bamboo, or clay. These cups are placed into one’s skin after warming it which helps to create a vacuum inside the cups to bring blood to the surface.
The skin is drawn up into the glass by the suction inside the cup. Pulling tissues and blood up to the surface helps to achieve good results that include deep tissue massage and pain relief.
The suction created by cupping manipulates the tissue and improves the circulation of the blood. Cupping therapy can aid to relieve muscle tension and heal muscle scarring since your muscles are effectively being pulled upward. To offer a dynamic treatment, the cups are left in the same place for a few minutes or moved around with the help of therapeutic oils.
Types of Cupping
Depending on the acupuncturist’s therapeutic goals, different types of cupping methods are chosen. There are multiple kinds of cups as well. Let us discuss different types of cupping therapy.
Classic Cupping
The classic cupping method is popularly known as Ba guan zi which is dry or fire cupping. This method includes placing the cup over the painful area or an acupuncture point along the meridian system. The cups are left in place for five to twenty minutes, depending on how severe the patient’s condition is. A normal course of treatment includes 4-6 sessions split out by 3-10 day gaps.
Sliding Cups
Large back muscle groups are commonly treated with the sliding cup technique to relieve pain and muscle tightness. Before placing the cups, therapeutic oil is applied to the skin to make it easier for the cups to glide over the skin’s surface.
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Wet Cupping
Wet cupping combines cupping with a method of acupuncture known as bleeding. Before applying the cup, the skin is pricked with a lancet to induce a little amount of blood flow from the area. This procedure is intended to remove internal toxins. Wet cupping is employed by TCM practitioners in China to “cool” inflammatory disorders.
Air Cupping
In this method, a handheld vacuum pump is used to empty air from the cups, this is considered a substitute for fire cupping that produces a vacuum without the use of heat. According to certain clinical research from China, this improvement in cupping technology makes patients feel more comfortable.
Individuals who are suffering from the following conditions should consider seeking cupping therapy treatment.
- Pain in the shoulders, neck, knees, and back
- Arthritis
- Breathing issues, like asthma
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- High blood pressure
- Headaches and migraines
- Digestive complaints
What Are the Benefits of Cupping Therapy
Numerous patients have benefited from our cupping therapy in High Wycombe. Here are some of the most common benefits.
- Helps to increase blood circulation
- Helps to reduce anxiety
- Cupping therapy helps tissues release toxins
- Helps to reduce scars and stretch marks
- Cupping can help treat asthma and clear up congestion
- It helps to improve spider veins and varicose veins
- Helps with pain relief and relaxation
- Helps to promote overall well-being.
Does It Have Any Side Effects?
As long as you visit a qualified healthcare professional, cupping is usually safe. But there are certain side effects that follow the cupping therapy that you should know about;
- Small discomfort
- Bruns from heated cups
- Nausea
- Headache
- Skin infection
- Bruises
Who Can Perform Cupping Therapy?
Various health professionals are trained to perform this treatment method such as the following.
- Acupuncturists
- Massage therapists
- Physical therapists
- Chiropractors
- Medical doctors
Wrapping Up
There are a lot of people who have benefited from cupping therapy. If you are someone who is considering getting cupping therapy we suggest you talk to your nearest healthcare professional or you can get in touch with Physio Healing Hands to know more about our Cupping therapy in High Wycombe session.
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