cupping therapy
CUP SUCTION TREATMENT | SWINDON & CIRENCESTER
cup suction treatment
in Swindon & Cirencester
Cupping therapy, a practice dating back thousands of years, has been used across various cultures from ancient Egypt and Greece to the Middle and Far East. In Britain, cupping was once part of medieval medicine and today has found its place in modern physiotherapy, where it continues to be valued for its therapeutic benefits.
HOW DOES CUPPING HELP?
Cupping therapy is backed by a growing body of scientific evidence, with early studies showing promising results. Today, it is used to treat a wide range of conditions, including neck, shoulder and back pain.
WHAT HAPPENS DURING CUP SUCTION TREATMENT?
In a typical cupping session, glass or plastic cups are applied to the skin using suction. These cups may be left stationary or moved across the skin.
While cupping may leave temporary marks on the skin, they typically fade within a few days. These marks are a sign of increased blood flow to the area, part of the body’s natural healing process.
HOW DOES CUPPING THERAPY WORK?
The vacuum created by the suction of the cups stimulates blood flow to the treated area, improving circulation, loosening fascia to enhance mobility, and triggering a natural healing response in the body.
This process helps reduce pain and inflammation while promoting overall well-being.
WHO CAN BENEFIT FROM CUPPING?
Cupping is suitable for most people, including pregnant women. However, there are some contraindications, such as thin skin, blood clotting disorders, or the use of blood-thinning medications.
Sarah and Alison will take these factors into account before recommending cupping as a treatment.
CUPPING IN THE SPOTLIGHT
Cupping has gained media attention over the years, with Olympic athletes and celebrities such as Gwyneth Paltrow publicly displaying their cupping marks.
The practice’s growing popularity highlights its effectiveness in both traditional and modern therapeutic contexts.
Cirencester
Cirencester Hypnotherapy & Health Centre, 84 Dyer Street, Cirencester, GL7 2PF
