Cupping is a traditional technique used either on its own to relieve a patient's pain or in conjunction with other treatments. This technique is said to influence the flow of blood and Qi throughout the body and its meridians.
You can benefit from this traditional Chinese medicine for a variety of conditions, including colds, flu, upper respiratory infections, and issues related to internal organs. Cupping is also gaining popularity as a treatment for muscular pain, muscle spasms, and bone pain, particularly concerning the shoulders and back.
The therapy stimulates microcirculation in the area where it is applied. The primary goal is to balance and improve the flow of blood and Qi. When these flows are negatively affected by injury or illness, blood stagnation can occur, resulting in pain.
In traditional Chinese medicine, moxibustion is used to expel cold and warm the meridians, improving blood and Qi flow.
Moxibustion has been shown to successfully turn breech babies into the normal head-down position, with a 1998 study in the Journal of the American Medical Association finding up to 75% success. It has also been found effective in reducing menstrual cramps when used alongside acupuncture.