Massage Cupping
Cupping therapy takes traditional massage to a whole new level.
Massage Cupping uses special cups to create a suction and lifts and separates stuck tissue versus compressing into the tissue as in traditional massage therapy.
The suction cups are moved around over the muscles and may also be "parked" a few minutes over a trigger point or tight muscle or around a joint.
Traditional compression massage and Massage Cupping are combined into a session, so you get the best of both worlds.
For more information, go to my special Cupping Website.
Massage Cupping uses special cups to create a suction and lifts and separates stuck tissue versus compressing into the tissue as in traditional massage therapy.
The suction cups are moved around over the muscles and may also be "parked" a few minutes over a trigger point or tight muscle or around a joint.
Traditional compression massage and Massage Cupping are combined into a session, so you get the best of both worlds.
For more information, go to my special Cupping Website.
Contraindications
Cupping is contraindicated in cases of severe diseases, such as cardiac failure, renal failure, ascites due to hepato-cirrhosis and severe edema, as well as hemorrhagic diseases such as allergic purpura (a form of vasculitis, i.e., inflammation of the blood vessels), hemophilia and leukemia, and clients with dermatosis, destruction of skin, or allergic dermatitis.
Cupping should not be applied on an area where a hernia exists or has occurred in the past.
*Pregnancy: Personally, I prefer to do cupping on mommies after they have had their babies. However, the generally accepted protocol for cupping on pregnant women is: "For pregnant women, work on the lower abdomen, inner side of the leg and sacral (tail bone) region should be avoided. Also, if you have never received a cupping treatment, you should wait until the 2nd trimester to receive your first treatment."
If you are unsure whether or not a condition you have may be contraindicated, please first consult your doctor.
Other contraindications:
WARNINGS:
Cupping Therapy affects the body the same as a deep tissue massage. You may experience Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness that will be akin to a long hard workout. However, the feel of cupping is not as intense as deep tissue massage. Thanks to the nature of negative pressure therapy, the work is deep without being painful although occasionally it can be uncomfortable. Remember to check in with your therapist to make sure the therapy is within your personal comfort level.
If you are diabetic, or have high or low blood pressure, shorter, lighter techniques are recommended and must be used for your overall wellness. Those with low blood pressure should warn the therapist ahead of time as you'll need extra time to rest before rising after a treatment and accommodations will need to be made.
Cupping should not be applied on an area where a hernia exists or has occurred in the past.
*Pregnancy: Personally, I prefer to do cupping on mommies after they have had their babies. However, the generally accepted protocol for cupping on pregnant women is: "For pregnant women, work on the lower abdomen, inner side of the leg and sacral (tail bone) region should be avoided. Also, if you have never received a cupping treatment, you should wait until the 2nd trimester to receive your first treatment."
If you are unsure whether or not a condition you have may be contraindicated, please first consult your doctor.
Other contraindications:
- blood thinners
- hemophiliac
- broken bones
- dislocations
- slipped disks
- those undergoing cancer treatments such as radiation (check with Doctor)
- sunburn
- ruptured, ulcerated, inflamed skin
- Fever- you will be sent home
- DEHYDRATION- Will not use cupping but massage is fine.
- Bleeding disorders
- Acute stages of Psoriasis, Eczema, or Rosacea
WARNINGS:
Cupping Therapy affects the body the same as a deep tissue massage. You may experience Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness that will be akin to a long hard workout. However, the feel of cupping is not as intense as deep tissue massage. Thanks to the nature of negative pressure therapy, the work is deep without being painful although occasionally it can be uncomfortable. Remember to check in with your therapist to make sure the therapy is within your personal comfort level.
If you are diabetic, or have high or low blood pressure, shorter, lighter techniques are recommended and must be used for your overall wellness. Those with low blood pressure should warn the therapist ahead of time as you'll need extra time to rest before rising after a treatment and accommodations will need to be made.