Health Benefits of  

   Cupping

1. Cupping therapy is a type of alternative medicine that can be traced back to ancient cultures like Chinese and Egyptian. The therapy works by placing cups made of glass, bamboo or earthenware on the skin to create suction. The suction thus created helps mobilize blood flow in the body and boosts the healing of a number of medical conditions.

Depending on the practitioner, cupping therapy may be administered on its own, or be combined with other alternative practices like acupuncture, massage therapy or essential oils therapy. Here are some of the benefits that cupping therapy can offer.

2. Helps reduce pain

Perhaps the foremost reason individuals turn to cupping therapy is to seek relief from joint and muscle pain. This is particularly specific to individuals who face lower back issues. In instances where deep injuries occur within the muscles, internal bleeding, bruises and edema also happen. This can all lead to a stagnation of blood in the affected area.

Cupping therapy is carried out in these cases to stir the non-circulating, old blood and bring it to the skin surface so that free circulation of oxygenated blood may be restored and the associated pain relieved.

3. Promotes relaxation

Cupping therapy is also used to promote relaxation and has a sedative effect. With the alleviation of physical discomfort and pain, people naturally feel more relaxed and their stress levels lower. In a broader sense this sense of sedation is also seen as a means of protection against anxiety and depression.

Apart from the physical effects created by cupping therapy, just the act of laying still during the session and being taken care of can have a positive effect on the individual’s psychological wellbeing.

4. Enhances skin health

Cupping works on toning and firming the skin by improving the blood flow and expanding the blood vessels beneath the skin’s surface. As such the practice is also considered an integral part of alternative beauty therapy.

Among its skin enhancing properties, cupping is also used to treat conditions like cellulite and acne. The therapy works by stimulating the flow of lymphatic fluid which helps remove bacteria and transports proteins to different parts of the body. Improved blood supply also ensures sufficient nutrition supply to the skin making it better able to resist skin damage from cuts and abrasions.

 5. Treats colds and other respiratory issues

When therapy cups are placed on specific points of the individual’s body like the upper back where the lungs are located, the procedure can be used to clear out the build-up of phlegm in the area. Likewise, respiratory concerns like congestion and fluid build-up can also be removed.

For patients who suffer from breathing problems or persistent coughing, the therapy can provide relief by extracting heat from inside the lungs and lowering its internal temperature. The same can also be carried out to strengthen the muscles of the respiratory system.

6. Improves digestion

The digestive system takes a heavy toll and its organs can benefit greatly by the perks cupping therapy has to offer. For instance, when negative pressure, such as that applied in cupping therapy is administered, and old blood is pulled up, and fresh oxygenated blood rushes in to replace it. This action revives, detoxifies and stimulates the digestive organs in the area.

This movement of body fluids increases the peristaltic action, secretion of digestive fluids as well as optimal absorption of water and nutrients. The resulting digestive benefits which can be experienced include clearing colon blockages, breaking down fatty deposits, promoting digestion and while relieving indigestion or heartburn.

7. Relieves headaches

Cupping therapy has been observed to be beneficial for individuals suffering from frequent headaches or migraines. Those being treated with this therapy report noticeable relief from the frequency and intensity of headaches.

To treat headaches and similar ailments, essentials oils are introduced and spread on the skin. Among these lavender and eucalyptus are preferred choices since they are natural pain relievers. The oils provide the necessary lubrication to move the cups easily. Based on the type of headache, the cups are positioned and ‘glided’ over skin to ease the associated stress and improve circulation.

8. Menopausal symptom management

Both methods of dry and wet upping offer relief from a number of menopausal symptoms such as pain, hot flashes and mood swings. Some women even seek treatment during their premenopausal phase to minimize menopausal symptoms since cupping helps balance and stabilize hormones.

Cupping therapy for women can also help stabilize any erratic bleeding and is considered a very effective detox after menopause along with providing bone and joint pain relief to patients.

 9. Detoxification benefits

Since cupping circulates blood, it can also be used to remove toxins and other waste material from the body. After all, a number of ailments and diseases are brought on by improper or impaired circulation of blood around the body or when organs fail to perform when blood is loaded with toxins and other impurities.

In such instances, it is only when toxins are removed that individuals are able to recover from a condition and strengthen immunity to future diseases.

10. Strengthens immune system

The collective benefits of cupping therapy such as deep tissue work, nervous system sedation, supply of blood to skin and promoting the flow of lymphatic fluid all work together to strengthen the immune system of individuals. By regulating the function of bodily fluids, cupping therapy helps promote general good health.

The effects of a strengthened immune system can be felt as the body’s improved resistance to pathogenic factors, increasing its white blood cell count, providing anti-aging benefits as well as balancing internal organ functioning.

11. Expedites recovery times

Toxin presence such as dead static blood, lymph and cellular debris along with pathogenic factors in the body can easily lead to pain, dysfunction and chronic conditions. When left neglected or untreated these problems can have lifelong consequences. However, with effective elimination of toxins from the system, cupping therapy can help fasten recovery times for multiple ailments.

The vacuum created by cupping draws up the sticky fluids and old blood in the area making space for fresh cells, oxygen, and nutrients for speedy recovery.

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What is acupuncture?
Acupuncture is one of the oldest, most commonly used medical procedures in the world. Originating in Asia more than 5,000 years ago, acupuncture began to become better known in the United States in 1971, when New York Times reporter James Reston wrote about how doctors in China used needles to ease his pain after surgery.

The term acupuncture describes a family of procedures involving stimulation of anatomical points on the body by a variety of techniques. American practices of acupuncture incorporate medical traditions from China, Japan, Korea, and other countries. The acupuncture technique that has been most studied scientifically involves penetrating the skin with thin, solid, metallic needles that are manipulated by the hands or by electrical stimulation.

How widely is acupuncture used in the United States?
In the past three decades, acupuncture has grown in popularity in the United States. The report from a Consensus Development Conference on Acupuncture held at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in 1997 stated that acupuncture is being "widely" practiced--by thousands of physicians, dentists, acupuncturists, and other practitioners--for relief or prevention of pain and for various other health conditions. According to the 2002 National Health Interview Survey--the largest and most comprehensive survey of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) use by American adults to date--an estimated 8.2 million U.S. adults had ever used acupuncture, and an estimated 2.1 million U.S. adults had used acupuncture in the previous year.

What does acupuncture feel like?
Acupuncture needles are metallic, solid, and hair-thin. People experience acupuncture differently, but most feel no or minimal pains as the needles are inserted. Some people are energized by treatment, while others feel relaxed. Improper needle placement, movement of the patient, or a defect in the needle can cause soreness and pain during treatment. This is why it is important to seek treatment from a qualified acupuncture practitioner.

Is acupuncture safe?
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved acupuncture needles for use by licensed practitioners in 1996. The FDA requires that sterile, nontoxic needles be used and that they be labeled for single use by qualified practitioners only.

Relatively few complications from the use of acupuncture have been reported to the FDA in light of the millions of people treated each year and the number of acupuncture needles used. Still, complications have resulted from inadequate sterilization of needles and from improper delivery of treatments. Practitioners should use a new set of disposable needles taken from a sealed package for each patient and should swab treatment sites with alcohol or another disinfectant before inserting needles. When not delivered properly, acupuncture can cause serious adverse effects, including infections and punctured organs.     

Facial Rejuvenation   Acupuncture:

Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture is a safe and painless, non-surgical method of reducing the signs of aging. Though Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture can sometimes be referred to as an Acupuncture Facelift or Cosmetic Acupuncture, it is more than a cosmetic procedure. It is a rejuvenation and revitalization process designed to help the whole body look and feel younger.

Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture was originally developed for patients with paralyzed muscles from Bell’s Palsy or stroke. The result of treatment was so cosmetically pronounced overtime that it was transformed into a program for anti-aging and beauty.

There are two aspects to the benefits of Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture. One is the benefit of ‘local’ treatment and one is the benefit of ‘root’ treatment. Local treatment directly addresses facial aging symptoms while root treatment treats the underlying cause of facial symptoms such as hormonal balance, digestive problems or emotional stress. Both local and root treatments are performed in each session to provide the best and the longest lasting benefits.

What are the effects?

Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture may erase as many as 5 to 15 years from the face, with results apparent after a course of treatments.

Fine lines may be eliminated and wrinkles diminished. Bags under the eyes can be reduced, jowls firmed, puffiness eliminated, droopy eyelids lifted and double chins minimized. Other likely results include: moisturizing of the skin with increased local circulation of blood and lymph to the face; increased collagen production, muscle tone, and dermal contraction; tightening of the pores; brightening of the eyes; improvement of hormonal balance to help acne and the reduction of stress. This brings out the innate beauty and radiance of an individual.

While it does not produce the dramatic results of some of invasive procedures, it does help the face look younger, healthier and more radiant without dangerous side effects. Facial acupuncture is much more effective than facial massage alone.

A 1996 report in the International Journal of Clinical Acupuncture reported that among 300 cases treated with Facial Acupuncture, 90% had marked effects with one course of treatment. These effects included: the skin becoming delicate and fair, improvement of the elasticity of facial muscles and leveling of wrinkles, a ruddier complexion, and overall rejuvenation not confined to the face.

Since the body/mind/spirit are all connected, negative emotions reflect in the face and change the appearance of skin texture, color and tension. Acupuncture can eliminate stress and bring out innate strength, vitality and health. You will not only look younger but also most certainly feel younger.

Why choose Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture over a surgical face-lift?

While not a replacement for surgery, Acupuncture Facial Rejuvenation is an excellent alternative. It is far less costly than cosmetic surgery and is safe, virtually painless, has no side effects or risk of disfigurement. Unlike surgery that may have an extended recovery period with swelling and discoloration, there is no trauma from Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture. While Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture cannot reshape one's nose or chin, it is a more subtle rejuvenation that takes years off one's face safely and naturally while improving overall health.

In some people, slight bruising may occur, especially around the eye or neck area. This is nothing compared to the bruising, pain and swelling associated with a surgical procedure. These bruises will disappear in three to seven days.

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