Originating in East Asian Medicine, Cupping uses glass or silicone “Cups” to create suction on the skin. In musculoskeletal conditions, this can be used for Myofascial Release, a type of deep tissue massage. It can promote circulation by energetically moving stagnation and drawing out pathogens.
The British Cupping Society says that cupping therapy is used to treat:
• Blood disorders such as anemia and hemophilia
• Rheumatic diseases such as arthritis and fibromyalgia
• Fertility and gynecological disorders
• Skin problems such as eczema and acne
• High blood pressure
• Migraines
• Anxiety and depression
• Bronchial congestion caused by allergies and asthma