Cupping therapy is an ancient form of alternative medicine in which a therapist puts special cups on your skin for a few minutes to create suction. The suction and negative pressure provided by cupping can loosen muscles, encourage blood flow, and sedate the nervous system.
At Bharath’s Acu Heal, the Acupuncturist practices dry cupping where the cups are placed for about 10-15 minutes to get the result. Cupping therapy increases the blood circulation to the area and relieves muscle tension improving the blood flow and promoting cell repair. This helps to form new connective tissues by creating new blood vessels.
At first, the Cupping therapy was performed using animal horns. Then it got replaced by bamboo, glass, silicone, and then ceramic. Initially, the suction was created by heating the cups and applying them to the skin. After getting cool, the cups drew the skin inside.
Nowadays, cupping is performed by glass cups that are rounded like balls and open on one end.
Two main categories of cupping performed today are:
These 2 have subcategories, like bila – Naar (vacuum created by manual or suction pump) & bil – Naar (vacuum created using fire) belongs to dry cupping whereas essential and voluntary cupping belongs to wet cupping (cupping with bloodletting)
According to the medical conditions, the Acupuncturist determines which method should be used.
During the treatment, a cup is heated with alcohol, herbs or paper. Once the fire source is removed, the heated cup will be placed with the open side directly on your skin. Modern Acupuncturists use rubber pumps to create suction with more traditional heat methods.
The Cupping treatment is used to treat a wide variety of conditions, and it’s particularly effective in easing the conditions which create muscle aches and pains.Since the cups are placed in the major acupressure points, it is effective for digestive issues, skin issues, and also other conditions like:
The British Cupping Society says that Cupping treatment is used to treat:
It is a safe and traditional treatment that helps to resolve chronic muscle tightness. Some of the other benefits of cupping therapy are
Cupping therapy is relatively low-risk therapy. Sometimes you may experience:
But you need not to be worried when it’s performed by Experienced Acupuncturists at Dr.Bharath’s Acu Heal. He is currently treating patients for a wide range of conditions. As the best acupuncture practitioner with 15 years of experience and working with several doctors, Acupuncturist. A. Shaji Bharath can do the perfect Cupping therapy. As the top acupuncture doctor in Chennai, he has witnessed cupping therapy doing wonders for people.
The bruises of cupping can last for a few days up to a week. It is expected that over several weeks of repeated cupping treatments, the bruising will decrease as the stagnation resolves, and it indicates a successful result of cupping therapy.
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Cupping therapy isn’t recommended for everyone. Extra care should be taken for the following people:
Also, avoid cupping therapy if you have,
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Cupping is a traditional therapy where special cups are placed on the skin to create suction, improving blood flow, relieving muscle tension, and promoting healing.
Cupping is usually painless. You may feel a gentle pulling or tightness on the skin. The circular marks left behind are not painful and fade within a few days.
It is commonly used for muscle pain, stiffness, back and shoulder tension, headaches, stress, fatigue, and improving circulation.
The suction created by the cups increases blood flow, removes toxins, relaxes muscles, and encourages the body’s natural healing response.
Yes. When performed by a trained therapist, cupping is safe and effective. Proper hygiene and sterilization are always maintained.
Mild circular marks, light bruising, or slight soreness may appear after treatment. These are temporary and usually clear within a week.
A typical cupping session lasts 15–30 minutes, depending on the condition and treatment area.
This depends on your health needs. Some people feel relief after just one session, while others may benefit from several treatments.
Most people can. However, those with skin conditions, bleeding disorders, or pregnant women should consult their doctor before starting.
Stay hydrated, rest, and avoid cold exposure immediately after the treatment to help your body heal effectively.
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