Cupping therapy is a unique non-drug treatment method that brings certain benefits. So what is cupping and what effects does the cupping method have?
1. What is cupping therapy ?
Cupping is a treatment method originating from China, also known as fire therapy. The mechanism of cupping is to use hot air or a vacuum pump to create a negative pressure in the cupping tube, causing the cupping tube to firmly adhere to the skin surface and the location of the acupuncture point.
According to Medicine, cupping has the effect of mechanical stimulation, temperature stimulation, enhancing the white blood cell’s ability to destroy pathogens, and anti-inflammatory effects.
2. The cupping method is used at Tuan Du Oriental Healthcare.
There are many methods of Cupping used today such as: dry cupping, air cupping, wet cupping.
The method used by Tuan Du oriental healthcare is:
“Dry” cupping: This method is performed by heating the inside of the cup with a fire stick, burning alcohol, herbs, and paper. When the fire goes out, the technicians quickly places the cup against the patient’s skin. When the air inside cools, negative pressure will be created to pull the skin inside the cup.
3. In what cases can cupping therapy be used?
Some conditions that can be treated with cupping include:
- Colds, bronchitis, asthma
- Joint pain such as back pain, knee pain… or muscle and joint pain
- Stomach pain, gastritis
- Hypertension
- Cold and prolonged cough
- Fat
- Treating dermatological problems such as herpes and acne.
In cases where cupping therapy is contraindicated:
- People with skin lesions in the cupping area such as scratches, dermatitis, dermatological diseases such as tinea versicolor, ringworm, eczema, psoriasis…
- People with high fever or symptoms of convulsions.
- People with heart, kidney, or lung diseases.
- Too full or too hungry….
4. How does the cupping therapy process take place?
1. The technician will prepare a cupping set suitable for the customer.
2. The client will lie face down on the bed, exposing the entire shoulder and back area. (Do not turn on the air conditioner too cold).
3. The technician will heat the inside of the cup with a fire stick, burning alcohol, herbs, and paper. When the fire goes out, the technician quickly places the cup on the skin and acupoints.
4. After placing a sufficient number of cupping cups on the client’s back (About 8-10 cupping cups). Wait for about 3-5 minutes for cupping to take effect.
5. The technician will remove the entire cup and wipe off the oil with a warm towel.
6. Apply herbal compresses to the customer.
Cupping is an effective and widely used therapy. However, you should choose a reputable, professional facility and follow medical procedures to avoid risks when cupping. Tuan Du oriental healthcare is a facility that carries out standard medical procedures, with a team of extremely professional technicians and doctors.
You should use the cupping method combined with sauna and massage to feel the best therapeutic effect.
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