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The Health Community and Health Conscience Consumers have developed a renewed
interest in one of the most ancient of therapeutic, healing practices:
~ Cupping ~ ... the application of suction cups to the
body.
This traditional, time-honored treatment remains favored by millions of people
worldwide because it's safe, comfortable and remarkably effective for many health
disorders.
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The effect of manual therapies are greatly increased with Cupping.
~ Deep Tissue Massage ~ Myofascial Release ~ Lymphatic Drainage ~ Orthopedic
Conditions ~ Neuromuscular Dysfunctions ~ Sports Massage and Injuries ~ Stubborn
Conditions ~ Fibromyalgia ~ Trigger Point Therapy ~ Traumatic Injuries ~ Chronic
Conditions ~ Abdominals ~ Reflexology ~ Physical Therapy ~ Detoxification ~
Cellulite, Scar, Stretch Marks and Varicosities ~ Facial Treatments ~ TMJD's ~
General Relaxation and Wellness ~
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cupping along channels for MS client
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In traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) cupping is a method of applying acupressure by creating a
vacuum on the patient's skin to dispel stagnation—stagnant blood and lymph, thereby improving qi
flow—to treat respiratory diseases such as the common cold, pneumonia and bronchitis. Cupping also
is used on back, neck, shoulder and other musculoskeletal conditions. Its advocates say it has
other applications, as well. Sometimes we choose to use new silicone cupping therapy massage. These
cups are available, an innovation for cupping therapy and its wider acceptance. "Medical silicone"
cups alleviate deep bruising associated with traditional cupping. The cups allow for added new
massage techniques because they are simple to use and are pliable, unlike glass or plastic and are
used to treat cellulite.
Practice:
Cupping is used to treat a broad range of medical conditions such as; blood disorders (anemia,
hemophilia), rheumatic diseases (arthritic joint and muscular conditions), fertility and
gynecological disorders, skin problems (eczema, acne) as well as improving general physical and
psychological well-being.
In the above picture, we are treating a middle aged female
suffering from the effects of longterm Multiple Sclerosis.
We combined the Cupping therapy with
Acupressure and Meridian
Therapy as well as teaching the client meditative walking. She has reported about 80% improvement
in balance and strength in legs.
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