Cupping Therapy Add-On Service
Cupping therapy is a technique widely used in Traditional Chinese Medicine. During treatment, the practitioner uses specialized cups to create suction on the skin, helping to draw blood flow to the targeted area. This may help reduce muscle tension, improve circulation, promote cellular repair, and effectively alleviate pain.
Cupping is primarily used on the upper body and lower back but may also be performed on the lower extremities when appropriate.
Cupping may cause mild petechiae (red spotting) or darker, circular marks, particularly in areas with more chronic tension or stagnation. These marks are a normal response to the suction and may vary in color and intensity depending on the individual and the area being treated. They typically fade over time.
Contraindications
Cupping therapy is not appropriate for clients who currently have, or are experiencing, any of the following:
- Cardiovascular disease
- Diabetes
- Kidney disease
- Liver disease
- Clotting disorders
- Deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
- Aneurysm
- Embolism
- Stroke
- Seizures
- Severe or acute edema
- Cancer (not in remission, active treatment)
- Cancer (remission with any lymph nodes removed)
- Skin rashes or active skin conditions (can be locally contraindicated depending on type and severity)
- Varicose veins (local contraindication)
- Pregnancy and up to 3 months postpartum
- Fibromyalgia
- Myofascial pain syndrome
- IBS/IBD
- Chronic disease
- Lyme disease
- Lupus
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Recent asthma attacks
- Current antibiotic use
- Blood thinners
- Aspirin
- Anticoagulant medications
Please inform your practitioner of all current medical conditions, medications, and recent health changes before receiving cupping therapy. If you are unsure whether cupping is appropriate for you, consult with your healthcare provider before treatment.