Cupping Therapy: From Olympic Gold to Everyday Wellness
If you’ve been watching the Olympics recently, you might have noticed the circular red marks on swimmers’ bodies, these marks are due to cupping therapy.
Cupping as a therapy has been popularised by athletes like Michael Phelps. It is an ancient therapy often seen as an elite sports recovery tool. However, cupping’s benefits extend far beyond the world of professional sports and is in fact something the treatment itself can be used to help relieve a variety of everyday symptoms.
So, what actually is cupping?
Cupping involves placing cups on the skin to create suction. This suction improves blood circulation, encourages lymphatic drainage, and helps to relax tight muscles.
At Elite Therapy we offer Myofascial Cupping which uses silicone cups instead of traditional glass cups, the vacuum created by the cups helps to lift and stretch the underlying tissues.
The treatment itself promotes increased blood flow and can help with
- Relieving Muscle Tension and Pain
- Improving range of motion
- Reducing appearance of cellulite
- Reducing stress and anxiety
Our Personalised Approach to Cupping
At our clinic, we understand that everybody is unique. That’s why we tailor each cupping session to your specific needs.
Your therapist will assess your condition and determine how cupping can best complement your treatment plan.
After the treatment you may experience some redness or light bruising where the cups are applied, but don’t worry these marks are usually painless and fade within a few days!
Your Cupping Experience
If you’re curious about cupping, our team is here to help. Book your 30-minute session today and get the Elite Olympic experience.