The suction cups
- The principle of cupping is to allow the "QI" energy to circulate normally in the body -
After creating a vacuum inside using a vacuum cleaner or a vacuum pump, the suction cup is applied to the skin.
The suction creates a “liberating” call for blood: the skin gradually takes on a purplish color, a sign that the suction cup must be removed.
It is not uncommon to see a bluish-red circle appear
where the suction cup was placed. This is a harmless bruise that never lasts more than a few days.
1
HOLD OR FIXED SUCTION CUPS:
They remain in the same place for the duration of the session.
The application usually lasts from 5 to 25 min.
2
THE LIGHTNING SUCTION CUP:
They are put in place for a few moments and then removed immediately to be replaced nearby until the skin is slightly reddened on a given surface.
3
MOBILE OR PORTABLE SUCTION CUPS:
After applying massage oil to the skin, slide the suction cup over it.
4
THE SCARIFIED SUCTION CUP:
A light scratch is made on the skin before applying the hot or cold suction cup. This method is particularly indicated for acute inflammatory and joint pain and migraines.
They can be hot or cold.
Cupping can be used hot or cold.
Hot cupping represents the majority of cupping practice.
Cold suction cups will be used when hot suction cups are difficult to apply, due to complex or cramped anatomical topography or the presence of abundant capillary at the application site.
THERE ARE FOUR TRADITIONAL METHODS OF USE:
