How Do You Use Cupping Therapy To Improve Circulation?
Cupping therapy uses a number of small glass cups which are heated to create vacuums. The warmth holds the cup in place on the body, soothing tense muscles, releasing toxins and increasing blood circulation. The cups are usually left on the body for only 10 or 15 minutes, and can be left in stationary positions over problem areas, or moved gently to create a soothing massage. Read on to learn more. Light a candle with a match and place it in a candle holder. Soak a cotton ball in rubbing alcohol and carefully hold the cotton ball with a pair of tweezers. Light the cotton ball on fire using the burning candle. Create a vacuum with the cup by holding the burning cotton ball inside of the glass for 5 to 10 seconds. Remove the burning cotton ball and place the cup immediately onto the skin either over tight muscles or acupuncture points. The vacuum mechanism of cupping helps pull blood to the skins surface improving blood circulation, releasing tension and clearing the toxins that cause mu
