How Does It Work?

 

Cupping and Guasha treat a variety of conditions. Cupping is done by placing glass cups that suction the skin on certain parts of the body, typically the back, and the suction causes the muscles to open up and release heat and toxins, and lactic acid built up. It also helps to stimulate circulation, encourage better digestion, and break up mucus in the lungs. Cupping feels similar to a massage, you feel looser and more relaxed afterward. This can be done on children and adults and it is generally not painful, most patients enjoy the feeling.

 

Guasha is often done in combination with cupping. Guasha is where we use a special tool to scrape the skin while placing pressure on the muscle to help release blood stagnation and relieve tight muscles. 

 

 

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Cupping, Guasha, are great for: 

 

• Back pain and tension

• Coughing

• Respiratory congestion

• Stress

• Digestion Issues

• Acne

 

 

 

Both cupping and guasha cause red marks on the body that will typically fade in 1-2 weeks. Please keep this in mind if you have a special event coming up and do not want red marks on your back or neck! Even though the body does get these red marks, the treatment is not generally painful and can be tailored to your pain level.