Cupping Therapy

Cupping is an ancient practice in traditional Chinese medicine known to remove stagnation (usually caused by blockages along the body) and stimulate the free flow of qi (chi), one of nature’s vital energy flowing through the body. It involves warming and placing cups, usually made of glass, on certain acupuncture points of the skin including the back, neck, and shoulders. The cup is kept in place for several minutes and then removed, leaving behind multiple circular discolorations on the skin depending on the stagnation of the inflammation in the area Before the treatment starts, oil is applied on the skin