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Cupping Treament marks

Cupping refers to an ancient Chinese practice in which a cup is applied to the skin and the pressure in the cup is reduced, usually by a flame, so that the skin and superficial muscle layer is drawn into and held in the cup.

 

Cupping is believed to stimulate flow of blood, lymph and Qi to the affected area. Its uses include relieving pain in the muscles, especially back pain from stiffness or injury, and clearing congestion in the chest, which can occur with colds and flu. It can even benefit menstrual problems and digestive problems, too.

 

A certain amount of bruising is expected both from fixed position cupping (especially at the site of the cup rim) and with movement of the cups.

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Uploaded on May 5, 2006
Taken on March 21, 2006