Cupping

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Comment by Maria Troia on September 20, 2009 at 4:21pm

I would like to invite anyone interested to join the AMMA Therapy group I have created:

www.massageprofessionals.com/group/ammatherapy

AMMA Therapy(R) is a form of Asian Bodywork. More information can be found at the AMMA Therapy(R) group.

Maria Troia, MSEd, LMT, NCTMB, CH
www.kiraholistic.com

Comment by Alex Savelev on September 9, 2009 at 4:10pm

for best result I give 1h FBM + 30m specific treatments:
Cupping (I don't use anymore glass cups, but flexible sleep streaming)
or Gua-sha, need inform clients about marks and benefits of this treatments, also need clients sign agreement so you will be covered:)

Comment by Shari Auth, LMT, L.Acu, NCBTMB on September 9, 2009 at 12:54pm

I charged for my time, not for methods used.

Comment by Joan Osterhouse on September 9, 2009 at 12:35pm

Question: Do you charge more for cupping than a regular massage? Do you use it as an add on service? I am looking at taking the course in Oct here in MI and was just wondering how those of you who use it have charged. Thank you

Comment by Shari Auth, LMT, L.Acu, NCBTMB on September 6, 2009 at 1:36pm

No the marks aren't bruises. They are not sensitive to the touch or broken capillaries. For lack of a better example, they are more like hickies. In my experience they last for about three to seven days. If you want them to go away faster I recommend taking an epsom salt bath and getting a good cardio workout. The circulation speeds up the process. Cupping in good for detox, tight muscles and emotional stagnation. According to Chinese Medicine, cupping weakens the defensive qi of the body temporarily, so it is good to keep the marks covered and not drink or smoke after cupping.

Comment by Monica A. Roberson on September 5, 2009 at 9:40pm

What exactly are the benefits of cupping..besides the removal of toxins.. the lymphatic system...is there bruising?

Comment by Monica A. Roberson on September 5, 2009 at 9:31pm

any cupping classes in the WNY area by any chance?

Comment by Maria Troia on August 30, 2009 at 2:35pm

Thanks, Gerry. AZ law looks vague enough that it's probably in scope. Liability another issue. Does anyone know of a policy that does cover fire cupping? Now I'm curious....

Comment by Gerry Bunnell on August 30, 2009 at 3:25am

Thank you all for your imput. It has been most helpful!

Maria, based on my research I believe ABMP liability insurance will only cover suction cupping, not fire cupping. Restrictions regarding the use of fire cupping would depend on the state/country you practice in and their current laws regarding massage and bodywork.

Peace

Comment by Kelley Coleman on August 30, 2009 at 12:25am

I've been using cupping in my practice for the last two years. It's been very beneficial to my clients. This was, of course, before a trial and error. Starting with fire cupping, and the two lovely branded circles left on my lower back, to using the very handy plastic cups! I prefer the plastic. WAAAAAAAAAY less dangerous!!! Plus, you can move them up and down the area to do some great release work without ever having to lose suction!

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