Have you ever notices circular marks on someone’s back or shoulders, maybe even that of an athlete?
This could be due to cupping.
Cupping is a form of therapy that dates back centuries but offers modern solutions for pain relief, mobility and healing.
But you don’t have to be an athlete to benefit from cupping.
Learn more here about cupping therapy at Specialty Physical Therapy.
What is cupping and could it benefit you?
The benefits of cupping therapy are vast.
This manual approach utilized cups that are specially created to suction the skin gently to lift underlying tissues.
This type of decompression can help to reduce muscle tension, encourage better movement and improve circulation in the body.
The cups are generally comprised of plastic or silicone and are medical grade. Our therapists are highly skilled in placing cups where they are most beneficial and adjusting suction levels based on your issue.
During your session, one or more cups are applied to the area of concern. The cups typically remain there for several minutes while the skin is lifted into the cup. They can also be moved over the skin.
Most patients say the treatment feels like a stretching or pulling sensation. After the treatment, reddish colored circular marks are typically present where the cups were positioned and fade withing a few days to a week.
Cupping can help treat:
- Back pain
- Neck pain
- Shoulder pain
- Muscle tightness
- Flexibility issues
- Scar tissue issues
- Overuse of muscles
- Injuries
- Muscle strains
- And more
Athletes have long used cupping as a means for recovery. But the truth is, many people can benefit from cupping therapy.
If you are experiencing soreness or tightness, muscle tension or some other issue, cupping may be a viable solution for you.
At Specialty Physical Therapy, we generally use cupping along with other forms of therapy and rehabilitation in order to provide you with relief and enhanced mobility.
A thorough evaluation can help determine which course of care is best fit for you.
At Specialty Physical Therapy, our goal is always to offer you relief and a pathway to recovery quickly and effectively, no matter the cause of the pain.
Personalized and holistic treatment for you and your life
Our specialists understand that no one ailment is alike and no two patients are alike.
As such, we work to develop comprehensive treatment plans that may include various types of therapy with evidence-backed tools to support your healing and mobility.
Cupping may complement other physical therapy methods, including laser therapy, rehabilitation, massage and manual therapy, needling, stretching and more.
A complete evaluation can help get to the root of your issue to offer the most effective treatment plan for you based on injury, mobility, goals and lifestyle.
No matter if you are recovering from surgery or an injury, dealing with tight muscles or having mobility challenges, we are here to help you overcome and live your life to its fullest.
Call today to learn more.