Cupping Therapy

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, we say that cupping helps remove cold in the channels, moves stasis, and eliminates wind-cold condition.

In modern terms, cupping is used to promote blood circulation, reduce swelling and pain, help with gastro-intestinal disorders, and treat lung diseases.  In does this my lifting/pulling muscle tissue away from the skeletal structure.  The most common application for cupping in the United States is along very tight muscles, such as those in the upper back and shoulders.  Prolonged tension can lead to impeded blood circulation, restricted lymphatic flow, and pinched nerves leading down to the hands.  Cupping is a great way to lift the tissue and release tension in this area, allowing proper blood and lymphatic circulation and release of compacted nerves.