What cupping is, and what to expect
A plain-English look at a treatment we do every week.
If you have seen round marks on someone’s back, or glass cups on a shoulder, you have seen cupping. It is one of the tools we use every week, and it is easy to feel unsure about it the first time.
What it is
Cupping uses suction cups placed on the skin. The suction lifts and releases tight tissue so the muscle underneath can let go.
What a session looks like
We start by talking about where you hurt and what you want to change. Then your therapist places the cups on the areas that need attention and explains what they are doing as they go. You tell us how it feels the whole time.
What you may notice afterward
Many people see round marks afterward. They tend to fade over several days. Tell your therapist about any medication or skin condition before we start.
Who it can help
People with tight shoulders and backs, athletes between events, and anyone whose muscles feel stuck. If you are not sure, ask. We will tell you honestly whether cupping is right for you.
From the treatment room
From the treatment room.
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Call (910) 514-6251 or book online. Using VA Community Care? Your VA care team sends a referral first; once we receive it, we call you to schedule. How VA care works.
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