Cupping
What does Cupping mean?
Cupping is an ancient Chinese alternative therapy which involves placing cups on the skin and then creating a vacuum through heat or suction to draw up the tissue and blood. Proponents believe that the increased blood speeds healing.
The few scientific studies done on cupping have noted the increased blood flow, yet have not been able to support the claims of numerous health benefits. But, according to a review in the journal “Public Library of Science One,” cupping may be an effective short-term treatment for chronic neck and low-back pain.
