Cupping Therapy
Support recovery, reduce muscle tension, and improve movement comfort with personalized cupping therapy from Dr. Eddie.
- Session
- 60 Minutes
- Setting
- Home / Gym / Office
- Format
- 1-on-1 with Dr. Eddie
Overview
What Is Cupping Therapy?
Cupping therapy is a soft tissue technique that uses suction cups placed on the skin to create gentle decompression over muscles and connective tissue.
Instead of pressing downward into the tissue, cupping lifts the skin and superficial layers. This may help reduce tension, improve local circulation, and make movement feel easier in areas that are tight or sensitive.
Dr. Eddie uses cupping as part of a broader treatment plan, often pairing it with mobility work, stretching, strengthening, or sport-specific movement.
Benefits
Who It’s For
Cupping therapy eases muscle tension and restricted movement differently than hands-on pressure.
Cupping Therapy May Help With:
- Muscle tightness
- Soft tissue sensitivity
- Restricted mobility
- Post-training soreness
- Neck, shoulder, or back tension
- Recovery after repetitive activity
- Movement comfort during exercise
Conditions
Conditions Treated
Cupping therapy may be useful when soft tissue tension, soreness, or sensitivity is affecting movement.
Common Conditions Include:
- Upper back and shoulder tightness
- Low back muscle tension
- Hip or glute stiffness
- Calf or hamstring soreness
- Postural strain
- Training-related muscle fatigue
- General soft tissue restriction
The approach
Techniques Used
Cupping is customized based on the body region, sensitivity level, and desired movement outcome.
Static Cupping
Cups remain in place for a set period to create localized decompression over tight or restricted areas.
Movement-Assisted Cupping
You may perform guided movements while cups are applied to help improve usable mobility.
Dynamic Cupping
Cups may be moved across tissue to address broader areas of tension and improve soft tissue glide.
Recovery-Focused Cupping
Treatment may be used after training or repetitive activity to support relaxation and tissue comfort.
Your session
What to Expect
Soft Tissue Review
Dr. Eddie identifies the areas where cupping may be useful based on tightness, soreness, or movement limitation.
Controlled Suction
Cups are applied with an appropriate level of suction and monitored throughout the session.
Mobility Follow-Up
After cups are removed, movement may be reassessed and reinforced with simple drills or exercises.
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Does cupping therapy hurt?
It may feel like pulling, pressure, or tightness, but it should not feel sharp or intolerable.
Will cupping leave marks?
Temporary circular marks can occur and usually fade over several days.
Is cupping good for athletes?
It can be useful for athletes dealing with muscle tension, soreness, or mobility restrictions.
Can cupping replace exercise therapy?
No. Cupping may support comfort and mobility, but movement and strengthening are often needed for lasting results.
Where can cupping be used?
Common areas include the back, shoulders, hips, legs, and other soft tissue regions where appropriate.
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