The Benefits of Cupping Therapy

Cupping Therapy (also called Dry Cupping) is an ancient practice, one that has survived through the millennia because of its powerful impact on wellbeing. Cupping is a transformative healing modality to welcome into your life — containing the power to improve both physical and mental wellness, despite having almost no side effects.
 
Below, I’ve answered the most common questions about cupping. Hopefully, you’ll better understand this time-honoured practice, how it rejuvenates our bodies, and if it might be right for you.

What is Cupping Therapy?

In cupping therapy, cups are placed directly on the skin, creating suction. The suction increases blood circulation to the area — encouraging a healing response in the body. Cupping is often used to relieve back and neck pains, stiff muscles, anxiety, fatigue, migraines, and even cellulite.

Where Does Cupping Come From?

In ancient Chinese and West Asian cultures, Cupping therapy began as a practice to release trapped energy (Qi) in the body.
 
In those days, practitioners employed animal horns and bamboo for cups. Today, we have the benefit of materials like silicone, glass, and plastic, but in essence, the practice is the same.
 
The preservation of cupping speaks to the profound benefits people receive from it every day.

Does Cupping Work?

The power of cupping comes from its ability to draw blood to the surface of the skin, bringing changes to the muscle and fascia. The process increases the flow of fresh, oxygenated blood to areas that need it most. The suction created by the cups can mimic the deep pressure of a massage, with extremely specific targeting made possible after consultation with your practitioner.

Cupping Therapy Benefits

• Pain Relief: Cupping is a non-invasive way to alleviate both chronic and acute muscle tension and soreness. This is why it is so popular with professional athletes today.
• Improved Mobility: Cupping enhances soft tissue mobility by giving your muscles and fascia more blood and gentle stretching.
• Enhanced Well-being: It’s widely observed that cupping sessions lead to an immediate improvement in your sense of well-being, with ongoing sessions increasing this.
• Detoxification: By stimulating blood flow, cupping helps to flush away toxins that accumulate from our (often highly toxic) environment.

Cupping Therapy Side Effects

The main side effect of cupping is temporary marks left on the skin. This has in part driven the popularity of the practice — as many elite athletes have been photographed with these marks on them. That leads people to ask, “What are they doing? And can I benefit from the same practice?”
 
Other than these marks, cupping is extremely low impact. However, it should be avoided if you are pregnant or have certain health conditions — having a consultation is an important first step.

Embark on Your Healing Journey

Interested in exploring the many benefits of cupping therapy? Starling Holistic offers tailored sessions designed to meet your exact needs. Here, I’ve created a sanctuary for you to visit, tap into your inner powers of healing, and leave you rejuvenated and ready to face the challenges ahead.
 
Visit our Cupping Therapy page to learn more. Or, reach out now and schedule an appointment today.