Cupping Therapy

Cupping therapy is an antient form of Chinese medicine which is used for many purposes. The benefits of cupping can include; reduction of pain, inflammation, scar tissue, adhesions, and increase in mobility, blood and lymph circulation.

How Does It Work?

Here at JHJ Sports Therapy, we use either silicone cups to perform dynamic cupping, or plastic cups for static cupping, both types offer the same benefits. The cup(s) is placed over the injured area with a suction and either left during static, or moved around by the therapist during dynamic for 10-15 minutes. The suction from cupping opens the tiny blood vessels under the skin, which sends more fluids to the area to help stimulate the natural healing process. The main side effect of cupping therapy is being left with bruising which may last up to 10 days.