OrTra TC Certified, ASCA & RME Approved Therapist
Cupping: traditional Chinese medicine in Grand‑Lancy
OrTra TC Certified, ASCA & RME Approved Therapist
Cupping: traditional Chinese medicine in Grand‑Lancy
Cupping in Chinese medicine
“Gentle suction to release tension”
What is cupping therapy?
Cupping is an ancient technique from traditional Chinese medicine. Glass or silicone cups are placed on the skin and create a light suction.
This vacuum gently lifts the skin and tissues, supports local circulation and helps the muscles relax.
Cupping can help you to:
- relax the muscles of the back, neck and shoulders
- ease feelings of stiffness and heaviness
- support recovery after exercise
- encourage relaxation and stress management
Cupping does not replace medical treatment: it is used as a complement to medical care.
Your cupping session
What happens during a session
After a short talk about your needs, the cups are placed on the tense areas.
- Static cupping: the cups stay in place for a few minutes.
- Sliding cupping: the cups glide over the skin with oil.
It feels like a stretch, usually pleasant. Round marks may appear: they are normal and fade within a few days.
Precautions
In some cases cupping is not recommended or must be adapted. Please tell me before the session if:
- you take blood thinners
- you are pregnant
- your skin is irritated, injured or fragile
- you have a fever or an infection
If in doubt, ask your doctor for advice.
Cupping can also complement a Shiatsu session.
Would you like to try cupping?
Contact me to find out whether cupping is suitable for you and to book an appointment.
