Cupping Therapy

Cupping therapy involves placing cups on specific areas of the body. A vacuum is created inside the cups, either by using heat or a mechanical pump. The suction draws the skin and underlying tissues upward, creating a negative pressure effect that can help release tension, stimulate blood flow, and promote healing.

Types of Cupping

1. Dry Cupping: The most common method, where cups are placed on the skin, creating suction without any incisions.
2. Wet Cupping: Involves small incisions being made on the skin before applying the cups, which is believed to help with drawing out toxins and impurities.
3. Fire Cupping: A more traditional method where fire is used to heat the air inside the cup, causing it to create suction once placed on the skin.
4. Electro-Cupping: A modern version where the cups are attached to electrical devices that generate pulsations, often combined with other therapies.