What are the benefits of fire cupping?

Cupping offers a range of benefits:

→ Alleviates painful trigger points.

→ Enhances circulation of blood and lymph, improving overall circulation.

→ Provides relief from pain.

→ Promotes increased mobility and range of motion.

Cupping therapy involves the placement of cups over the skin, creating negative pressure through suction. In Chinese Medicine, cupping enhances Qi and Blood circulation, eliminating pathogens and nourishing tissues and viscera. Biomedically, cupping is explained through several theories, such as the "Pain-Gate Theory" for pain reduction, "Diffuse Noxious Inhibitory Controls" for pain modulation, and "Nitric Oxide theory" for muscle relaxation and improved blood circulation. Other theories include the "Activation of immune system theory" for immunological effects and hormonal adjustments, and the "Blood Detoxification Theory" for toxin release and removal. These theories may work together to produce diverse therapeutic effects on specific ailments, demonstrating the multifaceted nature of cupping. Cupping sessions are commonly integrated at the conclusion of acupuncture treatments.