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The reasons people turn to cupping for treatment and relief of ailments are as varied as people themselves. The ailments and maladies it treats are equally as varied. Typical reasons range from pain, inflammation, blood flow, relaxation and well-being, and as a type of deep-tissue massage. It removes toxins from the body and stimulates circulation, lymph, and Chi to the affected area and throughout the body. Recent celebrity and Olympian athlete application and intrigue in cupping has fashioned a new trend in holistic health care, but cupping is nothing new. In fact, cupping dates all the way back to ancient Egyptian, Chinese, and Middle Eastern cultures. Egyptians used cupping therapy in 1,550 B.C.
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Just as with cupping, the reasons people turn to Gua Sha (or scraping) are as many and varied as people themselves, as are its benefits. Typical reasons for Gua Sha are very much the same as cupping.; however, if you are seeking deep muscle relaxation, deep tissue massage and deep pain and anxiety relief, then this is your answer! Much like cupping, Gua Sha promotes detoxification of the body and blood, while increases circulation, and improving the central nervous system and immunites. Again, as with recent trends and publicity from the stars and Olympians, Gua Sha has become a topic of great interest for many seeking holistic health care alternatives; however, as with cupping, Gua Sha is nothing new. It's humble beginnings date back some more than 2,000 years ago as the go-to method of treatment for so many Chinese mothers when anyone in the home fell ill or showed signs of impeding illness.
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Common Ailments They Treat
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Pain/Injuries
Blood disorders, such as anemia and hemophilia Rheumatic diseases, such as arthritis and fibromyalgia Fertility and gynecological disorders Skin problems, such as eczema and acne High blood pressure Migraines Anxiety and depression Bronchial Congestion (caused by allergies, asthma, and illness) Varicrose Veins |
Pain/Injuries
Asthma Bronchitis Colds/Flu Fever Fibromyalgia Sprains/Strains Nausea/Vomitting Cough Muscle Spasms |
Possible Side Effects
Side effects from cupping and scraping are temporary and mild. Side effects may be instant, or appear within a few hours of treatment and typically last 48 - 72 hours. Here are the most common effects: some mild swelling and/or redness or bruising in affected area; however, these marks do not cause pain, but may be tender. Your body may also feel more tired than normal. (For more informations, click on this link about the Detoxification Reaction).
Some things to avoid for 24 hours after cupping or scraping
excessive or heavy exercise
hot tub
dry &/or wet saunas
excessively hot showers/baths
sunbathing/suntanning
heavy meals
hot tub
dry &/or wet saunas
excessively hot showers/baths
sunbathing/suntanning
heavy meals
After care for cupping and scraping
Get plenty of rest.
Take it easy.
Drink plenty of water, more than you normally do.
After 24 hours of treatment: Stretch it out! Do some yoga, tai chi, pilates, ...
Take it easy.
Drink plenty of water, more than you normally do.
After 24 hours of treatment: Stretch it out! Do some yoga, tai chi, pilates, ...
Additional Resources
The following are links to research studies conducted on the effectiveness of cupping and scraping as effective holistic treatments for an assortment of physical, mental, and emotional ailments.
