Cupping

The purpose of this group is to network and share information about cupping.
  • Clients concerns for markings vs clients concern for getting better!

    Does anyone encounter issues with some clients in regarding to the sha that arises in cupping sessions? Many of my clients have the wonderful attitude that if it makes them feel better then 'cup on' they could care less about the aestethics; Considering my clientelle is 95% cupping, but I do have a…

    By Bianca Berrios

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  • Cupping techniques ?

    Does anyone have any knowledge of a cupping technique, that instead of mobilizing the cup on  the client, the client is encouraged to move through various ranges of movement with the cup fixed in one position???  I have been trying this on myself using a single large plastic vacaum cup on gluet max…

    By Stephen Jeffrey

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  • Self cupping for therapists and clients.

    I have been using vacuum cups to sucessfully treat/help my hip injury. Is there a case for offering a vacuum set to clients to self treat (having explained correct use) What do you think?

    By Stephen Jeffrey

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  • cupping abdomen for reduction of adheasions

    Have you had any experience in the successful reduction of adheasions within the abdomen for the underlying tissues, from fibroid cysts and removal of?What technique did you find worked best, how often and how many sessions? Did you find the flame cups were the best approach?I have new client that…

    By Bianca Berrios

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  • Massage Cupping ownership

    I didn't want to be negative energy on the other blog - so started this to discuss this issue of claims of ownership, originating source and Trade Mark of Massage Cupping.My family is from Sicily where Massage Cupping has been used for generations.  Here in the U.S. we live in a region that is…

    By Maria Fiorino

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  • cup kiss

    I plan on taking eeva vahla's class on slipstream therapy at the WMF and after that I want to start offering cupping in my practice, but am not sure people will want this service. I have had it done and loved it, but wonder if people will shy away from trying it because of the visual marks left…

    By Danielle Frey

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  • Humor!! Lanny's Cupping at 2010 World Massage Festival!!!

    Lanny Moody has been with us for three years. He has been great! He has always put on the pre-symposium comedy show prior to the heated debates.

    By Mike Hinkle

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  • Massage Cupping for MS client

    Has anyone used Massage Cupping on a MS client?  If so any advice?  To do or not to do...that is the question.  Thanks, Joan

    By Joan Osterhouse

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  • Fire Cupping, Moxibustion and Insurance

    Hi Everyone, I have a few succinct questions I'd like to pose here for others who are either actively cupping and using moxa in their practices or are considering these as options: 1. Recognized training in cupping is available for bodywork professionals. Is there a recognized provider for…

    By Yanna

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  • Cupping on abdomen

    Has anyone used cupping on the abdomen for abdominal/pelvic issues and pain? Any contraindications with regard to that? Results?

    By Melissa Zorn

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