What should be noted after cupping therapy
Apr 17, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. He Haochen
Introduction
After cupping therapy, it is important to keep warm, avoid rubbing the treated area, and maintain cleanliness of the affected site. Local skin temperature rises after cupping, and blood circulation increases, making warmth preservation essential. Avoid excessive pressure or rubbing on the treated area to prevent increased pain, skin damage, or infection. For patients with skin ulceration at the site, maintaining cleanliness is particularly important to promote wound healing.
After cupping therapy, it is important to keep warm, avoid rubbing the treated area, and maintain cleanliness of the affected site. Specific recommendations are as follows:
1. Keep warm
Cupping with glass or bamboo jars applied to specific acupoints can promote qi and blood circulation and unblock meridians. After cupping, local skin temperature increases and blood circulation accelerates. It is essential to stay warm to prevent the body from getting chilled, which could cause sudden blood vessel constriction and reduce treatment effectiveness.
2. Avoid rubbing the treated area
The areas where cups have been applied may show obvious bruising or even develop ulcers due to the negative pressure. Avoid excessive pressing or rubbing of these areas to prevent increased pain, skin damage, or infection.
3. Maintain cleanliness of the treated area
For patients with skin lesions or ulceration at the cupping sites, maintaining cleanliness is crucial to promote wound healing and reduce the risk of infection.
In addition, adequate rest is recommended. Cupping should be performed by a qualified traditional Chinese medicine practitioner to maximize therapeutic benefits and minimize adverse effects such as bleeding and pain.
