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Cupping
Cupping is an ancient Chinese alternative medicine developed thousands of years ago. Cupping is similar to acupuncture: it uses specific points or areas of the body (acupoints) to balance the energy, blood, and other bodily fluids in order to restore health. According to Chinese medicine, pain is the result of blocked, stagnant, or deficient chi (qi). Chi (pron. "chee") is the energy or life force which flows through channels in the body called meridians. Stagnation is the result of injury or stress.
In order to restore health, cupping is used to stimulate the flow of blood, body fluids, and chi to the affected area. During cupping a therapist heats up glass cups over a flame. The cup is then applied to the specific area of the skin, creating a vacuum which sucks the skin upwards, into the cup. This stimulates circulation, bringing fresh blood to the affected area, and encourages the flow of chi. The cups are left on the body for a period of time to achieve the desired effects. Some practitioners use plastic suction cups (without the flame) to achieve similar results.
Most cupping patients do not experience any pain during or after the procedure. Many patients compare the sensation of cupping to someone pulling on your skin. The act of suction does cause the skin to become temporarily bruised. While this may not be pleasing to the eye, it is not painful and often disappears shortly. There is little risk of side effects from cupping when the treatment is performed by a qualified and experienced practitioner. Acupuncturists and other bodywork therapy practitioners are often trained and certified to practice cupping.
Cupping is often used to treat sore, tender, or painful areas of the body (especially the back); relieve muscle tension; clear respiratory congestion related to cold, flu, cough, wheezing; and even treats menstrual and digestive problems. Many patients are amazed at the tangible and noticeable results of their treatment. Cupping is often performed alone, but it can be used in conjunction with other traditional and alternative therapies.
Cupping has not been well-studied in the western medical community. This practice has been used for thousands of years and has remained a popular form of treatment. It may be safe to assume that cupping provides benefit to many patients. It is very important to locate a qualified and experienced practitioner to perform cupping.
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