Chinese manual therapy
Cups are applied for a defined period following an assessment. Temporary marks may appear; their appearance and expected progression are explained beforehand.
The treatment in practice
Cupping uses the power of a vacuum created in a glass cup to shift deep-rooted tissue level stagnation.
This stagnation can come in the form of knots of muscle fibres that over time can calcify; collections of old immune system cells and inflammatory debris around the joints; enlarged lipid, fat cells around the thighs, abdomen and buttock,s and emotional stagnation held throughout the body and in postural alignment.
The cups are applied, pulling the skin into the vacuum and dredging the stagnation. The application involves the lighting of a cotton ball in surgical scissors and burning it in the cup for no more than a second before swiftly removing it and applying the cup to the body. The cup will leave a pinkish or purplish mark for anywhere between a few minutes and a week. The practitioner will pay attention to the colour, depth and longevity of the marks to make assessment of the severity and longevity of the stagnation.
Cupping has great efficacy, often enabling the patient to achieve in one session what would take three or four massages. After a cupping session the patient will experience better movements, loser muscles and enhanced flow of energy. It’s important to wrap up warm and drink plenty of water after cupping. On occasion the cupped area can be slightly sore, and one can experience significant fatigue on the day of cupping.
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Your treatment in the Geneva area
Cupping at Boddhi Clinic creates controlled, localised suction on the tissues. It is often chosen by active people or those experiencing muscular tension, with a protocol adapted to the area, skin and purpose of the appointment.
Cups may remain stationary or be moved carefully depending on the selected technique. Duration and suction are adjustable. Temporary circular marks are possible; their appearance, usual progression and aftercare are explained before application.
Mention anticoagulant medication, bleeding disorders, skin lesions or recent surgery. Cups are not placed on vulnerable tissue. Acute pain, significant swelling or recent trauma require appropriate medical advice first.
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