Cupping is an ancient technique involving suctioning the skin with glass cups. It can help boost immune function, increase blood flow, and reduce pain and is excellent for a sports-related injury and recovery.

Cupping increases blood circulation to the area where the cups are placed. This may relieve muscle tension, which can improve overall blood flow and promote cell repair. It may also help form new connective tissues and create new blood vessels in the tissue.

People use cupping to complement their care for a host of symptoms and conditions including promoting the skin’s blood flow, improving local metabolism, and reducing inflammation and pain.

Cupping has been used to treat a wide variety of conditions. It may be particularly effective at easing conditions that create muscle aches and pains.

Since the cups can also be applied to major acupuncture points, the practice can be effective at treating digestive issues, skin issues, and other conditions commonly treated with acupuncture.