What Does Cupping Do For You?

Cupping therapy is an ancient form of alternative medicine.  For example, in which a therapist puts special cups on your skin for a few minutes to create suction.

Why cupping?

People get it for many purposes.  For instance to help with pain, inflammation, blood flow, relaxation and well-being.  Also, as a type of deep-tissue massage.

What to expect after cupping?

You may feel more tired than normal or experience flu-like symptoms after cupping. Headache or general body aches can occr. This is a temporary reaction by your immune system to the cellular waste that cupping helps release.

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