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Cupping Therapy

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$150.00

The Aroma Touch Therapy incorporates simple hand techniques with the power of essential oils to create a whole body wellness experience. It seeks to address four systemic constants that are present in daily life and which may serve as limiting factors in health: stress, immunity, inflammatory response and autonomic imbalance.

Eight essential oil blends consisting of twenty five herbals are used in a sequence on the back, neck, scalp, feet and hands for massage.

Benefits*:

  • Reduces stress levels
  • Improve the immune system
  • It helps in inflammatory response
  • Helps to reduce cellulite.
  • Loosens toxins and impurities from the tissues.
  • Improves circulation.

Description

30 minutes: $150

Cupping therapy is an ancient healing technique that uses suction to pull skin, fascia, lymph, and blood toward the surface.  By creating negative pressure, it aims to increase circulation, relieve muscle tension, and stimulate the body’s natural healing response.

Types of Cupping*:
Practitioners use various methods depending on the desired outcome: 
  • Dry Cupping: The most common form, where cups are placed on the skin and a vacuum is created using a manual pump or heat.
  • Sliding (Massage) Cupping: Oil is applied to the skin so the practitioner can glide the suctioned cups across muscle groups, similar to a deep-tissue massage.

Key Benefits and Uses*:

Cupping is widely used in sports medicine and physical therapy for several conditions: 
  • Pain Relief: Often used for chronic back, neck, and shoulder pain, as well as tension headaches.
  • Muscle Recovery: Athletes use it to reduce muscle tightness and “break up” knots or fascial adhesions.
  • Improved Mobility: By lifting and separating fascial layers, it can enhance flexibility and range of motion.
  • Circulation Boost: The suction draws blood to targeted areas to deliver nutrients and facilitate tissue repair.
Potential Side Effects
While generally safe when performed by a professional, it does carry some minor risks:
  • Bruising: The most notable effect is circular, bruise-like marks (ecchymosis) that typically fade within 7–10 days.
  • Skin Irritation: Temporary redness or swelling at the cup site.
  • Infection Risk: Particularly with wet cupping if equipment is not properly sterilized.
Scientific Evidence
While it has been practiced for thousands of years, modern medical evidence is considered low to moderate. Some experts believe the benefits may be partially due to a placebo effect, though research continues into its role in managing chronic pain and metabolic conditions. It is highly recommended to consult a healthcare professional before starting treatment, especially for those with cardiovascular issues or skin conditions.

Scientific Resources & References –

  1. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6435947/ 
  2. https://www.medbridge.com/blog/the-science-of-fascia-how-cupping-therapy-enhances-mobility-and-reduces-pain

*These statements are not evaluated by Food and Drug Administration.  These services are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

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