Balancing Cupping is based on the fundamental theories of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and combines techniques such as flash cupping, rubbing cupping, walking cupping, shaking cupping, and stationary cupping. This method activates a large number of “dormant” immune cells hidden beneath the skin on the back, regulates the qi (气) of the internal organs, and transmits signals to the brain through the meridians (经络), achieving self-repair, self-regulation, and self-improvement as a green therapy. It is characterized by its simplicity of operation, ease of popularization, non-invasiveness, patient acceptance, significant efficacy, and absence of side effects, making it effective for both treating and preventing diseases.
Indications
It is suitable for conditions such as colds, insomnia, obesity, shoulder periarthritis, neck and back pain, acute gastroenteritis and other digestive system diseases, chronic fatigue syndrome, and individuals with a damp-heat constitution.
Effects
Balancing cupping has various effects including warming the meridians and dispelling cold, promoting blood circulation, expelling wind and dampness, clearing heat and draining fire, and facilitating the flow of qi (气) and unblocking the meridians (经络).
Application Areas
The treatment is applied to the back along the Du Mai (Governing Vessel) and the Bladder Meridian (足太阳膀胱经). The Du Mai is the main meridian connecting the brain and spinal cord, governing all Yang qi (阳气) and is considered the sea of Yang meridians. The Bladder Meridian has the most acupuncture points among the fourteen meridians and is one of the key meridians governing the body’s qi and blood.
Precautions
1. After cupping, the local skin may show purple-red bruises the size of the cup, which is a normal reaction and will disappear in a few days.
2. After cupping, it is advisable to drink a cup of warm water.
3. In summer, avoid direct exposure to fans or air conditioning on the cupped area.
4. Keep warm; avoid bathing for 4-6 hours after cupping.
Note: Friends in need can visit the inpatient department on the third floor of the Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital in Yongren County for on-site consultation and treatment.
END
Provided by: Internal Medicine Editor: Zhou Yulin Reviewed by: Liu Yunxia
