Cupping

Definition

Cupping is a traditional Chinese therapy that involves placing cups on the skin to create suction. This helps to promote blood flow, relieve muscle tension, and reduce pain.

Related terms

Acupuncture:

A form of traditional Chinese medicine that involves inserting thin needles into specific points on the body to stimulate energy flow and promote healing.

Tui Na:

A type of Chinese therapeutic massage that combines various hand techniques and acupressure to relieve muscle tension and promote relaxation.

Moxibustion: A technique in which dried mugwort herb is burned near certain acupuncture points on the body to warm and stimulate those areas.