Fatigue, abdominal bloating, diarrhea, headaches… The dog days of summer can be quite challenging. Experts teach you how to effectively use cupping therapy to expel dampness, This method of conditioning is essential to learn! Cupping is possible during the dog days of summer Cupping therapy can be performed throughout the year, including summer. During … Read more
Cupping therapy for weight loss is a form of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) acupuncture treatment; however, the practice of sealing the cups is not a recognized method in TCM. The primary function of cupping therapy for weight loss is to stimulate acupuncture points, promote blood circulation, and accelerate local metabolism, which can lead to the … Read more
During this year’s Rio Olympics, the cupping marks on American swimmer Michael Phelps became a focal point for both Chinese and Western media. This sparked a wave of interest in cupping therapy, with many athletes sharing their cupping photos on social media. Cupping therapy has a long history in China and is a traditional method … Read more
“I really can’t stand it anymore, the pain is severe every day, and now I feel a bit scared when I see the cups.” Ms. Shi, a resident of Jinan, spent 8,800 yuan on therapeutic services at the Cihuiren Health Center, and after nine consecutive days of high-intensity cupping therapy, three times a day for … Read more
TCM Book Club Issue 1055 Daily updates to accompany the growth of TCM practitioners IIntroduction: In the distant ancient country of the East, there exists a mysterious “art” that is said to bestow health upon those who possess it. Well, that was a bit of exaggeration; what this article is really about is one of … Read more
Since the Rio Olympics last year, Cupping! This health method, known as “Eastern witchcraft,” has become the most popular treatment among American Olympic gymnasts! However, in China, cupping is a very common health practice. Any massage or foot therapy place or beauty salon offers this service. Yet, this seemingly ordinary health practice has recently caused … Read more
Click the blue text Follow us Introduction to Cupping Therapy Cupping therapy (commonly known as fire cupping) is a treatment method that uses cups as tools to create a vacuum by burning or squeezing out air, causing the cups to adhere to specific areas of the body (affected areas, acupuncture points). This generates extensive stimulation, … Read more
Click above to follow us! Herpes zoster, also known as shingles, is an acute herpes skin disease caused by the varicella-zoster virus. This condition typically presents acutely, with clinical manifestations of clustered vesicles distributed along a single peripheral nerve in a band-like pattern. The most common affected area is the intercostal nerve distribution, often accompanied … Read more
Cupping therapy, also known as “Zou Guan” (走罐), involves applying a layer of lubricant such as petroleum jelly or guasha oil to the skin or the rim of the cup before suctioning. The cup is then applied to the selected area using flash fire or dripping alcohol methods, and moved back and forth until the … Read more
Cupping Therapy The retention cupping method is the most commonly used technique in cupping therapy, also known as the sitting cupping method. It involves placing the cup on the skin and leaving it for a period of time. The retention time ranges from 5 to 20 minutes, depending on the patient’s condition, the disease, and … Read more