Cupping is one of the oldest methods of traditional Chinese medicine. It is applied by pressing cups against the patient’s skin due to the negative pressure created. The effects affect the entire body, improving blood circulation, purifying the blood, and restoring the functions of the nervous system.
It is recommended to perform cupping 2 times/week in the first week and then 6 to 9 repetitions once/week.
Cupping is used for back pain, muscle pain, headaches, joint inflammation. The procedure itself improves the function of the kidneys, bladder, stomach, spleen, pancreas, gallbladder and genitals. In addition, it has a beneficial effect on the lymphatic and immune systems, as well as on blood circulation in the upper and lower extremities. Cupping is also effective in the fight against cellulite.
Cupping is not recommended for people with blood clotting disorders, vascular diseases, pregnant women, women with heavy menstruation, cancer, fever. It is advisable to consult a doctor in advance before using cupping.
