Cupping therapy is an ancient form of alternative medicine in which a therapist puts special cups on your skin for a few minutes to create suction. Cupping therapy is used for many purposes, including to help relieve pain, ease symptoms of chronic health issues, and promote healing. The following are some of the uses of cupping therapy:

• Pain relief: Cupping therapy is used to relieve pain caused by conditions such as arthritis, back pain, neck pain, knee pain, shoulder pain, and carpal tunnel syndrome.

• Chronic health issues: Cupping therapy may ease symptoms of chronic health issues such as asthma, gastrointestinal disorders, headaches, migraines, and skin diseases such as acne and hives.

• Promoting healing: Cupping therapy is believed to promote healing and has been used to treat musculoskeletal injuries such as strains, sprains, and inflammation.

• Other uses: Cupping therapy is also used to treat blood disorders, rheumatic diseases, fertility and gynecological disorders, high blood pressure, anxiety, and depression.

While there is some evidence to suggest that cupping therapy may be effective for certain conditions, such as chronic neck or back pain, the studies are generally considered low quality, and more research is needed to conclusively understand the health impacts of the therapy. Cupping therapy is generally safe, but it isnt for everyone, and its important to talk to a healthcare provider before trying cupping or any alternative therapy.