How It Works
Cupping massage uses cups (plastic, glass, ceramic, or bamboo) to create suction. The specialist starts by heating the cups using herbs, alcohol, or paper, then places the open side on your skin before the cups cool.
Depending on your condition, the specialist can place the cups on your chest, back, abdomen, legs, or buttocks.
The air inside the cups cools, creating a vacuum that sucks your skin and muscles into the cup. Your skin might turn red, which is normal as your blood vessels react to the pressure change.
The procedure’s duration depends on your issue, the size of the target area, and the type of cupping massage. Dry cupping takes five to ten minutes, while wet and running cupping can take between ten minutes and an hour.
Types Of Suction Massage
- Dry- This method involves only the cups, but some specialists use a suction device to create a vacuum in the cups.
- Wet or bleeding- Your specialist uses tiny needles to lightly puncture your skin before using the cups. That helps release toxins through the punctures.
- Running- This is similar to dry cupping, but the specialist applies lotion or oil on your skin, then moves the cups in different directions over the target area.
Benefits
- Promoted blood circulation
- Increases pain thresholds
- Changes the skin’s biochemical properties
- Boosts cellular immunity
- Reduces inflammation
- Reduces local anaerobic metabolism
- Eliminates toxins
- Relieves pan
Conditions It Helps With
- High blood pressure
- Lower back pain
- Knee pain
- Neck and shoulder pain
- Facial paralysis
- Migraines
- Asthma
Side Effects
While cupping massage in Chicago is generally safe, you might experience bruises, mild burns, discomfort, skin infection, muscle soreness or tension, or itching.
Lume Wellness is dedicated to helping you with internal and external wellness using industry-leading techniques. Learn more about their services and book your cupping massage appointment in Chicago.
