Cupping
CUPPING refers to an ancient Chinese practice in which a cup is applied to the skin and the pressure in the cup is reduced (by using change in heat or by suctioning out air), so that the skin and superficial muscle layer is drawn into and held in the cup.
In some cases, the cup may be moved while the suction of skin is active, causing a regional pulling of the skin and muscle (the technique is called gliding cupping).
There are many benefits of cupping, some of which include:
1. Improves blood circulation
The application of cupping therapy improves the circulation of blood throughout the body. As a result sufficient oxygen reached the body cells for cellular oxidation, releasing good amounts of energy for various physical activities.
2. Stimulates the digestive system
Cupping therapy stimulates the working of digestive system, as a result of which better digestion of food takes place. The metabolism of the body improves and more energy is available for body activities
3. Clears blockages in the colon
When cupping therapy is done on the body, it aids in clearing the blockages of the colon. As a result toxins accumulated in the colon and excretory passages get removed. This may help prevent the occurrence of serious and fatal diseases like colon cancer.
4. Aids to activate the lymphatic system
Practicing this therapy on one’s body helps to activate the lymphatic system of the body. As a result there is improved circulation of blood to different body cells and tissues.
5. Helps to release toxins
The human body is a complex system of reactions that occur continuously. As a result of these reactions toxic and harmful substances are produced, the presence of which might lead to cause many diseases. These harmful and toxic substances should be removed from the body, if one wants to stay healthy. Cupping therapy causes the body cells and tissues to release toxins and prevents then occurrence of many serious and lethal diseases. Removal of these substances also delays the ageing process.
6. Improves flexibility
Cupping therapy makes the body flexible for various kinds of physical activities.
7. Helps to treat many diseases
This therapy has traditionally been used for the treatment of many diseases like colds, high blood pressure, high fever, sciatica, joint pains, Muscle spasms, stiff shoulders, arteriosclerosis, lung infections, and strokes.
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