Dr. Corey Di Stasio, DACM, L. Ac. | Acupuncture | Herbology | Yoga | NYC Acupuncturist | New York

Cupping therapy is performed by creating suction in a glass cup by heating up the air inside the cup and quickly appling that cup to the body and draw up the skin and the underlying tissues under the cup until the adequate pressure is acheived.

This therapeutic proceedure is often done on the back and shoulders and helps to relieve chest congestion and benefit the lungs. It can be applied to the abdomen and benefit menstrual problems and digestive problems. Most commonly, it's used for aches and pains of various types as well as respiratory problems, cough, and wheezing.

Cupping has been found to affect the body up to four inches into the tissues, causing tissues to release toxins, activate the lymphatic system, clear colon blockages, help activate and clear the veins, arteries and capillaries, activate the skin, clear stretch marks and improve varicose veins.

Cupping is a great deep tissue massage. Cupping is very safe when applied by a trained practitioner and can be used alone as a "needle-free" standalone treatment or incorporated into an acupuncture session.