Cupping

Cupping is a technique where a heat vacuum is created along the skin with the use of glass jars. This process increases blood and cell circulation through the skin and removes any stagnation around connective tissues and muscle. Cupping is applied to the upper, middle, and lower parts of the back, shoulders and legs, anywhere there is swelling and pain. It is also used in digestive conditions such as diarrhea and vomiting and is also effective to treat respiratory conditions such as the flu, asthma, chronic cough and shortness of breath. Cupping can be used in combination with bloodletting to release muscle indurations. Cupping is not used on ulcerations, big arteries or during high fever or pregnancy.