Cupping Therapy

Cupping Therapy Services at Dr. VK Healthcare

Plastic cups are applied to areas of muscle tightness, such as the upper back, lower back, or shoulders. Using a pump, a vacuum is created within the cups, gently drawing the tight muscle upward and providing a deep stretch. This process helps release tension, lengthen the muscles, and improve blood circulation, promoting relaxation and relief.

Cupping therapy creates a gentle suction sensation, similar to a light vacuum on the skin. The cups are left in place for approximately five minutes, during which the area may feel warm as blood circulation increases, helping to relax and soothe the muscles.

Cupping may leave pink to dark-colored marks on the skin, which typically fade within 2-5 days. These marks result from increased blood circulation in the area, but the therapy does not cause any damage or break the skin.

How can it help?

Cupping therapy is highly effective for relieving persistent tightness in the upper back and shoulders, as well as easing built-up tension in the lower back and hips. It is also beneficial for releasing a tight IT band, a common issue among athletes and cyclists. In, Delhi, your physiotherapist can integrate cupping therapy into your remedial massage treatment, especially for areas that are too sensitive for direct massage or resistant to touch alone.