Cupping
Cupping is a traditional therapy that involves placing inverted cups on the skin to create suction, which improves blood flow, reduces muscle ache & pain, and promotes healing.
Often in combination with acupuncture to address the underlying root of the ache and pain, you can use your Acupuncture Extended Health coverage for this treatment.
Cupping Treatment is $115
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It Starts with a Consultation
This is a short 10 minute consult to get an idea of where the area of focus will be and what your health history is. This provides an understanding of how best to treat your area of focus
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Then Palpation
A short 2 to 3 minute palpation in the area of focus helps the practitioner to discover the precise locations of concern or aches.
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Followed by Cupping
Cups are then placed in the areas of focus. It begins with herbal oils that help get blood flow moving and help create the suction for the cups. The cups are then placed on the skin and a vacuum is created inside them. This creates a suction that pulls the skin and underlying tissue into the cup, to stimulate circulation and relieve muscle tension
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Ending with
Acupuncture or Acupressure
Depending on your comfort level, acupuncture or acupressure can be used after the cupping treatment to treat the underlying root of the ache or pain.
Acupressure is a good option if you are not comfortable with needles
