About
MASSAGE - CUPPING
Cupping is an ancient form of Chinese Medicine, and is believed to promote the flow of Qi through the body.The plastic cups are placed on the skin at specific points. The same points are used in Acupuncture. Then, the vacuum is created inside the cup which sucks in the specific area of the skin. If required, a cup with a magnetic insertion stud can be used which provides additional acupressure on the skin as the vacuum is created.
In cupping massage, suction cups are placed on the skin and then moved around on the lubricated skin across a body area. Cupping massage has a much stronger effect on blood circulation than regular massage.
The results are fast and impressive. Both techniques are particularly beneficial for muscular tension and pain reduction (e.g. plantar fasciitis). They both promote relaxation and, by improving circulation, they boost skin health and speed up recovery after respiratory and cold issues.
reducing headaches and helping to mitigate the symptoms of fibromyalgia. By performing the strokes toward the heart, Swedish massage drains metabolic waste from the limbs of the body.