Cupping therapy is be a highly effective way to treat the fascial system for tension, pain, and other issues. In many cases, problems in the fascia cause problems in several other body areas. If you think of the fascia like a spider web or a sweater with interwoven threads that connect. It is easy to imagine that pulling one thread tight will affect other areas of the sweater. In Dry Cupping, the cups are placed on several areas to create suction that lifts the soft tissue and creates an upward stretch within the muscle and fascia. The cups can be used in stillness or with gentle movement to increase blood flow, reduce tightness & tension and promote cell repair. Cupping can be done as a stand-alone treatment or alongside a sports massage.
The increased circulation reduces tension and spasms and can promote cell repair through improved blood flow. People who use cupping also report that it can reduce pain and disability and increase range of motion. Proponents also say that cupping is helpful for chronic low back and neck pain.
Myofascial Dry Cupping is an ancient form of alternative therapy which dates back to Ancient Egyptian, Chinese & Middle Eastern cultures. During cupping therapy, therapists apply glass, bamboo or silicone cups to the skin for a few minutes to create suction.