If you watched the 2016 Olympics and can remember seeing what looked like bruises on Michael Phelps' back, then you likely have some understanding of what cupping is. What is normally used to ease conditions that can create muscle aches and pains, actually has many other benefits. For those looking to find natural ways to relieve pain, cupping is a great place to start.

What Is Cupping?

Cupping, as in its name, uses cups made of glass, bamboo, earthenware, paper, or silicone. Heat is applied to the cups so that when it is placed on the body, the skin (and thus the blood) is drawn into the cup as its temperature cools. Other techniques use suction to create the same effect. Cupping is considered a type of deep tissue massage, as well. Wet and dry cupping are methods that both exist, where wet cupping involves making tiny cuts on the skin with a scalpel, and allowing both the skin and small amounts of blood to be sucked into the cup. Dry cupping is suction-only. Cupping has many benefits but some surprising ones include:

History of Cupping

Cupping therapy is an ancient practice used to treat a variety of issues. It has continued on from its first use in ancient China, nearly 2000 years ago, up to the present day. It can be considered massage in reverse; where massage exerts pressure downwards onto the muscles, cupping uses pressure to draw muscles up. It is used to treat a variety of physiological issues via improving blood flow, such as arthritis, fibromyalgia, anemia, and more. Cupping therapy creates some downtime in the skin where our clients will need to recover, but our therapists provide a safe method of cupping where your body will feel clearer and more energized.

Start Your Healing Journey Today 

If your aches and pains are becoming unbearable or you want to improve your overall well-being, cupping is a great place to start. Please contact us today to schedule your cupping appointment. Our professional cupping therapists can't wait to help you!