DRY CUPPING
Dry Cupping or vacuum therapy utilises the negative pressure generated by cups. It can facilitate healing, reduce blood stagnation & improve lymphatic tissue flow.
HOW IT HELPS
- Increases oxygenation & nutrient content within the tissue by improving local tissue fluid flow.
- Helps relax stiff muscles, reduces inflammation & eases tension within the body.
- Supports the bodies lymphatic system to remove stagnant blood & waste product.
- No blood is drawn out of the body during this technique which makes it safer & more hygienic than "wet" hijama cupping.
KEY INFO
- Therapeutic technique where your therapist applies cups over symptomatic areas. Using a pump to create a vacuum, stagnant blood, toxins & metabolites are drawn from the affected areas.
- Form of alternative medicine which is suitable for people who are physically active or have a sedentary lifestyle.
- Darker circles reportedly indicate tissue health, they will usually fade in a few days.
- There is little to no pain involve in this treatment. It is often considered to be very relaxing.