Cupping & Gua Sha

What is Cupping?

 Cupping & Gua Sha are a type of body work modality that uses a range of techniques to increase blood flow throughout the muscular and connective tissue systems.

Gua Sha & Cupping are traditionally used to clear heat, reduce fevers, and relax the exterior of the body. It aides in eliminating toxins, and moving blood to help with tissue trauma or injury. It is great for post- workout recovery and injury recovery process.

How does it work?

When a silicone, glass or plastic cup is applied top the skin and pressure in the cup is reduced, by using change in heat or suctioning out air. The skin and most superficial muscle layer is drawn in and held in the cup.

In some practices the cup may be moved while the suction is active, and in others it remains stationary in a specific location. Both processes allow the underlying fascia and muscle to remove toxins, increase blood flow, and expand allow the muscle to relax back to its natural state.

The benefits of are:

– Removal of toxins

– Increase blood flow to targeted areas and muscles

– Improves post athletic recovery

– Aides in injury rehabilitation

– Increased circulation and aides in function of flexibility