Quality Acupuncture is a pain treatment center in Orange, CA, that offers patients alternative options to relieve the pain and other symptoms of a number of different conditions. While we’re best known for our acupuncture treatments, more and more patients are discovering the benefits of cupping therapy. If you’re looking for a safe, effective alternative to pain medication, cupping therapy may be just what you’ve been searching for.
WHAT IS CUPPING THERAPY?
As the name suggests, cupping therapy involves placing cups on the skin to create suction. This suction is generated by heating the air inside the cup and then placing it on the skin, or by using a vacuum pump. The cups are left in place for a few minutes, and as the air inside cools, it creates a partial vacuum, causing the skin to be drawn up into the cup.
Cupping therapy has been around almost as long as acupuncture. The origins of cupping therapy can be traced back to ancient China, Egypt, and the Middle East where it has been practiced for thousands of years as a traditional healing technique. In traditional Chinese medicine, cupping is believed to help balance the flow of qi (energy) in the body and promote the body’s natural healing processes.
HOW DOES CUPPING THERAPY TREAT PAIN?
So how does this relieve pain? Cupping therapy can manage pain in several ways:
- Cupping can increase blood circulation to the targeted area, helping to reduce muscle tension and improve overall blood flow. This increased circulation can contribute to pain relief.
- The suction created by cupping helps reduce tissue inflammation by releasing and removing toxins and inflammatory substances.
- Cupping relaxes muscles and connective tissues, providing relief from tightness and spasms. This can be particularly effective for conditions involving muscle pain or stiffness.
- Cupping helps release fascial restrictions, which are tight or adhered connective tissues. This may contribute to improved flexibility and decreased pain.
Research shows that cupping may impact the autonomic nervous system, influencing the balance between the sympathetic and parasympathetic branches. This can result in a calming effect on the nervous system, potentially reducing pain perception.
Cupping therapy is used to treat a variety of symptoms, such as:
- Arthritis, back pain, neck pain, knee pain, and other types of pain
- Muscle strains
- Asthma and other respiratory issues
- Gastrointestinal (GI) disorders like nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea
- Skin conditions like cellulite
- High blood pressure (hypertension)
Cupping can also be used to remove toxins from the body, boost immune function, and promote relaxation and well-being.
QUALITY ACUPUNCTURE OFFERS CUPPING THERAPY IN ORANGE, CA
If chronic pain is impacting the quality of your life, Greg Maruki and Quality Acupuncture can help. We’re a pain treatment center in Orange, CA that offers acupuncture, percussion massage therapy, cupping therapy and other methods to manage pain without the need for medications. Our goal is to provide long-term pain relief by addressing the root causes of your pain, rather than merely treating its symptoms.
You can schedule an appointment online or by calling us at 714-532-2827. We accept most forms of insurance and always welcome new patients.
Quality Acupuncture is conveniently located at 2832 E. Chapman Ave., just east of Hwy. 55 between S. Yorba St and Prospect St. Our office hours are Monday through Friday from 10:00 AM until 5:00 PM and Saturday from 9:00 AM until 3:00 PM.
