Lao Zhang (pseudonym) is a middle-aged man with a lively and cheerful personality, and he is deeply loved by the villagers. Lao Zhang cultivates the fields all year round and lives a simple and happy life. However, recently, Lao Zhang's waist and knees began to feel uncomfortable, especially when the weather turned cold, and he felt joint stiffness and pain. He heard that cupping was helpful in relieving joint pain, so he decided to give it a try.
Lao Zhang went to the home of a doctor in the village and asked him about cupping methods. The doctor smiled and said to Lao Zhang: "Cupping is not a magical detoxification method, its principle is actually very simple, it is like making a small suction cup on your body to help promote blood circulation and relieve muscle and joint discomfort." ”
After hearing this, Lao Zhang was a little puzzled: "So, what is the black water sucked out of the cupping? I heard that it is a toxin in the body." The doctor patiently explained: "Actually, the black water is not a toxin in the body, but an accumulation of local blood components in the subcutaneous tissue. Cupping mainly promotes blood circulation and helps relieve pain and fatigue, but it is not a means of detoxification. After thanking the doctor for his guidance, Lao Zhang decided to try cupping therapy to see if he could relieve his joint discomfort.
The benefits of cupping for the body
Cupping can improve blood circulation. During cupping, the negative pressure that forms on the skin stimulates local blood vessels to dilate and accelerate blood circulation. This is very effective in improving local poor circulation, helping to relieve muscle tension and pain.
Cupping can unblock the meridians. According to the theory of traditional Chinese medicine, the meridians of the human body are an important life energy channel, which is closely related to the health of the body. Through cupping, it can stimulate specific acupuncture points, adjust the flow of qi and blood in the body, balance yin and yang, and play a role in dredging meridians.
Cupping can also relieve fatigue. Cupping promotes local blood circulation, allowing muscles and tissues to get more oxygen and nutrients, speeding up metabolism, helping to restore physical strength and relieve fatigue.
Cupping may also be helpful for some chronic pain issues. By improving local blood circulation, cupping can reduce joint and muscle pain, and may play a certain role in relieving some chronic pain symptoms, such as cervical spondylosis, lumbar muscle strain, etc.
It is important to note that the effects of cupping vary from person to person, and may be noticeable for some people, while for others it may be limited. Proper operation and proper frequency are also key to ensure the effectiveness of cupping, and should not be used excessively or inappropriately.
What is the bruise that comes out of cupping
The bruise produced by cupping is not actually a toxin in the body. These bruises are caused by the jar sucking up the skin during cupping, causing the local blood vessels to dilate, the blood flow to speed up, and some tiny blood vessels may rupture, and the blood seeps into the subcutaneous tissue, forming those black patches.
Scientifically speaking, these blood congestion is mainly blood components, such as red blood cells, white blood cells, etc., and has nothing to do with the so-called toxins. Studies have found that the components in blood congestion after cupping are similar to normal blood, and even some components have a nutritional effect on local tissues!
In fact, the color and depth of blood congestion are related to an individual's constitution and blood circulation status, and have nothing to do with the toxins in the body. So, don't think of the blood sucked out of cupping as the removal of toxins from the body, that is a misconception.
Cupping bruising is a physiological phenomenon rather than a detoxifying effect. Cupping is mainly used to promote blood circulation, improve meridian qi and blood, relieve muscle pain and fatigue, and may also be helpful for some chronic diseases.
Therefore, although cupping cannot detoxify, it still has certain benefits for promoting blood circulation and improving physical condition. Cupping should pay attention to the operation method and frequency to avoid misunderstandings and unnecessary worries!
What to pay attention to in cupping
It is important to choose the right cupping tool and operation method. Choose a fire cup that suits your skin and constitution, and try to avoid using a fire cup that is too large or too small to avoid discomfort or skin damage.
Secondly, make sure that the skin is clean and free of wounds during the operation. Clean your skin before cupping to avoid wounds or breakages on your skin to avoid infection or aggravation of skin problems.
Also, it's important to control the timing and frequency of cupping. The cupping time is generally controlled at 10-15 minutes, and the frequency is 1-2 times a week. Excessive cupping may cause skin damage or ecchymosis that can affect results and aesthetics.
Also, avoid contraindicated areas when cupping. For example, the area around the spine, the kidney area, the heart area, etc., are not suitable for cupping because these areas have important organs and blood vessels, and cupping can pose risks.
Finally, pay attention to the care of your skin after cupping. It is normal for the skin to be red, swollen or bruised after cupping, but avoiding strenuous exercise and bathing and keeping the cupping site clean and warm can help recover and reduce discomfort.
The right steps for cupping
Cupping is to use a glass jar or silicone jar, and then with a musket or aspirator, to pump out the air to form a negative pressure, and then quickly stick the jar to the place to be pulled. The key is to be well prepared, the skin must be clean, and there must be no wounds or other problems. Choose a jar of the right size, not too big and not too small, preferably to fit the part you want to pull.
Wash your skin before cupping, wash it with warm water and soap, keep it clean and not greasy. Then put the jar into the aspirator or musket and start pumping or heating to create a negative pressure. Then quickly attach the jar to the place to be pulled, and the jar will absorb the skin, forming a negative pressure effect, a bit like the feeling of the skin being sucked.
Cupping time is generally 10 to 15 minutes, slightly adjusted according to personal feelings, but not too long. After unplugging, gently remove the jar and do not pull too hard to avoid injuring the skin. There may be some redness, swelling or ecchymosis after extraction, which is a normal reaction. Gently wipe the cupping area with a warm towel to promote blood circulation and soothe discomfort.
Finally, after cupping, pay attention to rest, avoid strenuous exercise or bathing, and let the skin fully rest and recover. By doing so, the results will be better and will not cause damage to the skin.