What To Expect From Your First Cupping and Acupuncture Appointment

 The term "cupping" comes from the round glass cup is often used for treatment. The inside of the round cup is heated and the cup is then placed on the patient's body. As the air inside the cup cools down, a vacuum is created, pulling the skin up taut underneath the cup as it creates suction. The result of this is the dilation of the pores and the release of blockages beneath the skin which leads to improved blood and Qi flow. At times, toxins are also drawn up out of the skin.



This technique has been successfully used to treat many illnesses and conditions. Alleviation of symptoms can be found by those suffering from both physical as well as mental conditions. In order for healing to be optimized, the practice works to improve blood circulation and Qi flow. The primary goal of all Chinese medicine is to have perfect balance in the body and mind, and Qi is the force which flows through the body and accomplishes this.

Dr. Steven Schrqm is a licensed acupuncturist NYC. To learn more about acupuncture and cupping therapy, you can visit the website for his practice.