Cupping
Cupping is a therapy which uses a stimulus to enhance the body's own defences. This is achieved by using the vacuum of the cups to draw blood out of the vessels to cause a bruise which stimulates the local blood supply.
This in turn stimulates the metabolism and enables the body to excrete substances which have been causing pain or discomfort. The bruise is visible but is not usually painful as it is a 'healthy bruise'.
This healing process continues and the bruise will last for a few days after the treatment whilst it is absorbed. The anti-inflammatory effect can be used for all diseases based on inflammation. Cupping is effective for relief from;
Muscle spasms, back pain, Arthritic and Rheumatic problems, Congestion in the chest resulting from colds and flu
Cupping has been found to affect the body up to 100mm (4') into the tissues which:
- Improves function of inner organs including stomach, liver, kidneys and intestines
- Promotes hormone production and improves menopausal symptoms
- Releases toxins which have accumulated in the system
- Increases circulation of blood & lymph vessels
- Increases immunity by release of histamine-like substance
- The aging process can be speeded up by weakness in the system, Cupping can help slow down the process and stimulate and strengthen
How cupping works:
The Therapist places a glass cup, which looks like a small fishbowl, on to the skin which creates a vacuum. The suction anchors the cup to the body and the skin is drawn up a little to seal itself. The cups are left on the body whilst the area beneath is treated and the energy is moved.
Due to the extraordinary pulling power and heat that the cups offer, the technique is dramatic in its reduction of pain and enhances the feeling of well-being.
Satisfied patients over the past 3,000 years will, no doubt, attest to its success.
Contact Natural Practices Clinic, 14 St. Ann's Parade, Wilmslow SK9 1HG health@naturalpractices.co.uk. Tel: 01625 54 9000
