Cupping Therapy
Cupping involves the use of a container or vessel that is suctioned onto the skin. The suction is achieved by creating a vacuum via manual air pump or traditionally by fire (fire cupping).
Uses/Benefits:
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- Improves/speeds up recovery from muscle soreness
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- Mobilizes scar tissue
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- Loosens tight muscles and improves range of motion
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- Decreases pain
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- Improves local circulation
Cautions to cupping:
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- Due to the suction of the cups onto the skin, you may find local bruising where the cups are placed. These bruises will typically resolve within one to two weeks depending and are harmless.
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- If you are on blood thinners or have any conditions that cause you to bruise easily, please consult your practitioner first.
If you would like to discuss if cupping is right for you, contacts us to book a free 15 minute meet & greet with any of our Registered Massage Therapists or Physiotherapists.