Man Gets Stuck in Cupping Therapy! Firefighters Called for Rescue… Would You Dare to Try It?

Since the Rio Olympics last year,

cupping therapy

this method, known as a miraculous health practice from the East,

has become the most popular treatment among American Olympic gymnasts!

However, in China,

cupping is a very common health practice

and can be found in any massage, foot therapy center,

or beauty salon.

Yet, this seemingly ordinary health practice

has recently caused a big trouble for Mr. Hu in Wuhan!

On the 22nd, Mr. Hu intended to use a vacuum cupping device at home, but the worst happened: the cup was sucked on too tightly and could not be removed! After trying various methods, he ultimately had to call the firefighters for help…

The cup suddenly could not be removed…

Mr. Hu lives in the Qiaokou District of Wuhan, and he has a vacuum cupping device at home. He just needs to place the cup on his back or leg, use a suction piston to remove the air inside the cup, and the cup will stick to his body. After a while, he can release the piston to remove the cup, which is similar to traditional cupping therapy.

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On the evening of the 22nd, around 8 PM, he was lying on the sofa, and his wife, Mrs. Ma, as usual, helped him with cupping on his back. However, one cup was sucked on too tightly, and Mrs. Ma could not remove it no matter what!

Now, Mrs. Ma was anxious and hurriedly found a hammer and pliers, but no matter how she knocked on the cup, it remained stuck. Mr. Hu also panicked and ran downstairs to seek help, but the doctor was also unable to assist.

Firefighters skillfully removed the cup!

At around 9 PM, his son and daughter-in-law rushed back and took him to the emergency department of Puhai Hospital. By this time, the area where Mr. Hu was stuck had swollen by 5 centimeters, and fluid was leaking out. The doctor suggested he seek help from the nearby Gutian Fire Brigade.

At the fire brigade, four firefighters brought a saw and quickly cut through the cup. Mr. Hu immediately felt the skin on his back loosen, and then the doctor treated his wound.

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The cup was finally removed, and Mr. Hu was relieved. He used his experience to warn everyone: Friends with vacuum cupping devices at home should be very careful; do not over-suction, as it can stick too tightly.

Nowadays, more and more people

choose to perform cupping therapy at home,

feeling instantly revitalized after cupping.

But cupping may seem simple,

if not done properly, it can lead to accidents

Especially with fire cupping, one must be cautious↓↓↓

A woman at a wellness center underwent fire cupping for9days, three times a day, for 40 minutes each session,and ended up with two rows of“black holes” on her back!

Last year, an elderly man in Chengdu, Mr. Li, treated his shoulder periarthritis by undergoing fire cupping for an hour daily at a massage parlor, and after a month, his back became ulcerated and infected, nearly threatening his life!

In 2012, the famous singer Qi Qin suffered a second-degree burn at home during cupping due to improper technique, almost disfiguring him.

In fact, cupping is not about doing it more or more frequently,

but rather it depends on individual constitution and symptoms

Today, let’s discuss some basic knowledge about fire cupping

Who should avoid cupping?

For example, patients with skin diseases, bleeding disorders, local tumors, high blood pressure, or weak constitutions should avoid cupping. Cupping is also not suitable for large arteries such as the carotid artery and heart.

How often should cupping be done?

Generally, fire cupping should not be done too frequently. If the marks from previous cupping have not faded, doing it again can easily cause local damage.

Typically, the marks take about 5-7 days to fade, and each cupping session should last about 5-10 minutes, with some individuals able to tolerate up to 15 minutes.

Is a deeper cupping mark indicative of more dampness? Not necessarily

All cupping will leave marks. The color of the marks after cupping mainly depends on individual constitution, duration of cupping, and the practitioner’s technique, and should not be the sole basis for identifying constitution.

Cupping Precautions

1. Assess before cupping

If there is any discomfort, it is essential to go to a proper hospital. After a professional diagnosis by a doctor, it can be determined whether cupping therapy is needed. Since everyone’s constitution and the nature of their illness differ, not everyone is suitable for cupping, making professional medical advice crucial.

2. Cupping devices must be regularly disinfected

Since cupping devices come into contact with the skin, they must be cleaned and disinfected regularly, especially after bloodletting cupping, as the cups may have blood stains. Used cups need to be sterilized to prevent cross-infection.

3. Do not repeatedly cup the same area in a short time

In a short period, cupping should only be performed once on the same skin area. The example mentioned earlier of the back developing “black holes” was due to repeated cupping in the same area within a short time, leading to local tissue damage that had not fully healed, resulting in infection.

4. Patients with skin diseases and pregnant women should avoid cupping

Those with allergies, ulcers, edema, or large blood vessels in the area should not undergo cupping. Patients with high fever and convulsions, as well as pregnant women, should also avoid cupping on the abdomen and lower back.

5. Be cautious to avoid burns during cupping

If burns occur or blisters form due to prolonged cupping, small blisters do not require treatment, just cover with disinfected gauze to prevent rupture. For larger blisters, it is best to seek timely medical treatment to prevent infection.

6. After cupping, wait at least four hours before bathing

Bathing immediately after cupping can easily lead to skin damage and inflammation. Cold showers should be avoided, as the skin’s pores are open, making it easy to catch a cold and develop wind-cold. Direct exposure to air conditioning or fans should also be avoided!

Do not casually try cupping!

Source: Chutian Metropolis Daily

Produced by the New Media Life Department of the Straits Metropolis DailyCoordinated by: Lin Shishuo Duty Editor: Xiuqin

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