Professional Dry Cupping Therapy

What is cupping? It’s an ancient art uses for 1,000’s of years in Egypt, Middle East, and in China practices of TCM, Oriental medicine, and in the 1950’s in hospitals. It is looked at as a deep healing modality. In fact, it was used widely to treat disease and illness, especially the flu with cough, and all respiratory aliments, and as a type of auxiliary method for surgery in China.

How does it work?  The suction draws a small amount of skin and superficial muscle into the cup. Similar to massage that applies pressure to the muscles; it uses controlled pressure to pull upward. It is long believed this helps open up meridians that have blocks or that are stagnate, removes toxins deep within the tissues, and opens up blood and lymph flow to the area that promotes deep healing, increases oxygen to the area, and pushes out stagnate lactic acids from the area. Similar to a Swedish massage, this technique helps relieve pain and sore muscles, built up tension and stress muscles hold onto, breaks up deep adhesions (scar tissue) from past injuries that have not fully healed, and promotes relaxation.

Types of Cups used:Glass, Plastic or Silicone. Dr. Hartman was trained to use Plastic and Silicone cups, they are considered the best, easier to use, and will only be using them in cupping sessions.

How long are the cups on me for? Anywhere between 5 to 15mins per session, depending on the area is being worked on. A light massage is given before applying the cups. This helps to relax the muscles and to remove more toxins from the area.

What can cupping be used for?

• All pains in the body chronic or acute
• Adhesions /Scare Tissue
• Cellulite / Stretch Marks
• Detoxification
• Digestion Disorders
• Frozen Shoulder
• Headaches or migraine
• Impingements
• Increased flexibility and ROM
• Increased energy, blood and lymph flow
• Muscular pains, over worked muscles, and soreness
• Respiratory Disorders
• Rotator Cuff injuries
• Several health challenges and/or disabilities
• Sports injuries and performance
• Stiff neck, whiplash, etc.
• And so much more!

How To Overcome Injuries (old & existing) w/ cupping?

• Increases circulation, oxygenation and tissue delivery
• Eliminate old stagnant and brings new blood and vessels to the area
• Stretches fascia and connective tissue
• Triggers microtrauma (quicker healing rates) and decrease inflammation

What Are Some Benefits of Cupping that I can Expect:

• Helps to loosen muscle fibers and release blockages
• Increases blood and lymph flow, and oxygen to the area
• Removes unwanted toxins stored deep within the body
• Relaxes the nervous system and muscles
• Blood disorders – Hemophilia, anemia, HPB etc.
• Rheumatic diseases – Fibromyalgia, lupus, several types of arthritis etc.
• Respiratory disorders – Asthma, congestion, bronchitis, allergies, flu etc.
• Skin conditions – Acne, eczema, cellulite, cervical spondylitis, scaring,
• Digestive issues– by improving metabolism, relieves constipation, acid reflux, promotes a healthy appetite and aids in a stronger more functioning digestion system over all and others.
• Neuromuscular disorders – Muscular dystrophy, Toxic Neuropathy, etc.
• Gastrointestinal disorders – dysentery, gastritis, diarrhea, IBS, etc.
• Infertility, PMS, irregular menstruation etc.
• Facial paralysis, wrinkles, rejuvenation of healthy skin
• Relives all types of Pains acute and chronic
• Mental problems –exhaustion, depression, insomnia, anxiety etc.
• Helps many complaints associated with running, IT band issues etc.
• Hip, knee, and sciatic pains or disorders
• Impingements, Frozen Shoulder, Rotor Cuff etc.
• Acute or Chronic Headaches or Migraines
• Boosts Immune functions
• Relieves fatigue and promotes relaxation
• Benefits Several Health Conditions
• Helps in weightloss and decrease the appearance of cellulite
• Helps with many types of recovery, especially w athletes.
• It is known as one of the best deep tissue therapies available.

Preparing for my session:

1. Make sure you eat something before you come for your session –you should NOT come in on an empty stomach
2. Make sure you have a couple glasses of water before and drink water throughout the day after your session
3. Avoid taking any blood thinner including aspirin
4. Wear comfortable clothes that can be easily moved –nothing tight fitting.
5. Body Hair – if you have an abundant amount of hair you may want to consider removing it from the area of focus. It is NOT a requirement but the suction stays better on and glides easier on hairless areas.
6. There is no need to wear make-up, especially when working on the back areas
7. PLEASE do not use any scented lotions, cologne, or perfumes.

What can I expect after a session? You can expect to feel relaxed and most cases immediate relief after a session. However, some aggravation can happen in some cases the 1^stday or two after treatment depending on how affected the areas is. Dr. Hartman will speak with you about this before your session is started.

Why do I have red circle marks? This is caused by the cups pulling on the skin to draw blood flow to the surface of the skin. A long used healing technique that creates an immune response for additional healing not achieved in the past.

Are these red circles bruises that hurt my tissues? They are similar to bruises and can be sensitive for the first 24hrs, but in most cases are not. In ancient times, the red circle marks were used as a diagnostic tool.  (see picture)

How long will I have I red circles? This truly depends on the patient, how toxic they are, the deep healing that takes place, and how chronic the area is, but in most cases will resolve within 3 to 15 days.

Does it hurt? Cupping should NEVER be painful. There is always a way to reduce suction to make patients feel more comfortable and still allow for healing. If there’s any discomfort inform Dr. Hartman immediately!

Are there any side effects to cupping? Not usually. If you are communicating with your practitioner, there are usually no side effects, other than the red mark, which promotes healing in the areas and looked at as a good thing.  In rare cases some people who are more sensitive may develop super small blisters. These are easily treated and in most cases disappear within the first 24hrs after treatment.

Contraindications For Cupping – It’s prohibited for patients:

• Taking Antithrombotic agents, i.e., Anticoagulants –heparin, dicumarol, warfarin, etc. & Antiplatelet– aspirins used daily, clopidogrel, dipyridamole, abciximab etc.
• Cancerous areas or lesions
• Pacemakers no cupping of the pectoral major or miner on the left side.
• Prominent skin infections, open wounds, or inflamed areas
• No cupping over scars, blisters, irritated skin or suspicious areas
• No cupping during menstruation over abdominal area
• No cupping over Deep Vein Thrombosis or spider veins
• Pregnant woman the lower back, abdominal and upper shoulder areas are avoided due the belief that these areas stimulate birth through stimulation of meridians.
• The front and side of the neck are prohibited, i.e., Sternocleidomastoid, Platysma, Scalene, Sternohyoid, Omohyoid, etc. due to the large blood vessels proximity, e.g., External, Posterior, Internal, and Anterior Jugular vein, Tributaries, Lingual, and Pharyngeal veins, Superior, and Middle Thyroid arteries etc.

For more information or to schedule contact Dr. Hartman @765-860-2144  or  Email Dr.Renee@comcast.net

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