Cupping Therapy Practitioners at Holistic Junction

Practitioners that offer cupping therapy can help individuals find relief from pain and other ailments. The practitioner will place a heated cup on the skin to form a seal or suction, which draws blood to the area and allows the body to release toxins. Qualified practitioners are able to provide this form of healing to those who wish to improve their health. Cupping therapy can benefit individuals both mentally and physically.

What is Cupping Therapy

Cupping therapy is an ancient Chinese method that creates local congestion, ancient versions of cupping therapy included the use of cups made of bamboo, glass, metal or wood. Cupping therapy began with burning one of the following in the cup: alcohol, alcohol-soaked cotton wool, herbs, paper or a taper. Either prior to, or after the burning had been completed, cupping therapy practitioners applied the cup reverse-side down to smooth body surfaces where the cup is left in place from five to ten minutes.

There are different forms of cupping therapies including fire cupping, acupuncture cupping method, air pumping cupping method and water cupping method. Practitioners specialize in various methods in order to provide a variety of services. However, in more recent times, cupping therapy is done by specialized cups that provide substantial vacuum. By applying the suctioning cups to different parts of the body for a small amount of time, the cup demonstrates a penetrating effect that may cause: tissues to release toxins, may activate the lymphatic system, may clear colon blockages, may help activate and clear the veins, arteries and capillaries, may activate the skin, clear stretch marks and may even improve varicose veins.

In general, cupping therapy opens the "meridians" or "energy channels" of the body and allows energy to flow freely. Newer cupping therapy cups that are best for the therapy are called Mengshi Cups, or vacuum cups. These cups do not require any type of firing or use of a vacuum pump. Natural health practitioners will choose which cups they wish to work with depending on the method they are using and reason for the treatment.

Find Cupping Therapy Practitioners

Cupping therapy is a form of alternative treatment that is provided by massage therapist, and other holistic professionals. To learn more about cupping therapy, or if you are interested in receiving the therapy, you can contact a qualified practitioner or browse the articles below.