What’s the Deal with Cupping?

Cupping therapy, an ancient form of alternative medicine, has garnered widespread attention in modern times, particularly in physical therapy and chiropractic care. This therapeutic technique, known for its distinctive circular bruises, involves placing cups on the skin to create suction.

This post will delve into the origins of cupping therapy, its two primary forms – moving and stationary cupping – and its adoption by physical therapists and chiropractors in contemporary practice.