Dry Cupping

Dry Cupping Therapy is a therapeutic technique that uses specialized suction cups to gently lift the skin and underlying soft tissues. The negative pressure created by the cups helps reduce muscle tension, improve circulation, and promote relaxation, making it an effective complement to physical therapy and rehabilitation.

Unlike wet cupping, dry cupping does not involve incisions or bloodletting. During treatment, cups are placed on targeted areas of the body to create gentle suction. Depending on your treatment plan, the cups may remain stationary or be moved across the skin to address muscle tightness and soft tissue restrictions.

At our clinic, dry cupping is used as part of a comprehensive treatment plan and is often combined with manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, stretching, and movement retraining. Your physical therapist will determine whether cupping is appropriate based on your condition, goals, and overall treatment plan.

While some patients may notice temporary circular marks on the skin after treatment, these are a normal response to the suction and typically fade within several days. Most patients find dry cupping to be a comfortable, relaxing treatment that can help relieve pain, improve mobility, and support the body's natural recovery process.