What is Fire Cupping?
Fire cupping is an alternative, non-invasive treatment technique that uses special cups placed on the skin to encourage blood flow to damaged areas. This unique therapy is often recommended to patients who suffer from muscular pain, joint pain, skin problems, and/or respiratory disorders.
What to Expect During Fire Cupping
During treatment, a physical therapist puts a flammable substance inside of a glass or silicone cup before lighting it on fire. The physical therapist allows the fire to go out before placing it on the skin. The cup is left on the skin for up to three minutes, creating a suction that causes your skin to rise and redden within the cup. This process causes your blood vessels to expand, encouraging blood flow and increased circulation to the damaged area(s).
Top 10 Benefits of Fire Cupping
If you are experiencing extreme pain or discomfort and are looking for a natural treatment option that not only relieves symptoms but targets the root cause of pain, then consider fire cupping. There are many benefits of fire cupping, but some of the top ones are listed below.
Relieves migraines
Treats varicose veins
Reduces inflammation
Treats sport injuries
Relieves colds
Improves range of motion
Relieves stress
Increases circulation
Helps clear congestion
Aids in Digestion