The correct method of cupping on the back

Cupping therapy is known for its characteristics of "curing diseases when there are diseases and strengthening the body when there are no diseases". Cups are used as treatment tools. After lubricant is applied to the cup mouth and the affected area, the cups are pushed by hand to slide on the affected area, thereby achieving the purpose of preventing and treating diseases. Back cupping is widely used to treat a variety of diseases. However, only by mastering the correct method of back cupping can you truly bring out the therapeutic effect of back cupping.

1. Back Cupping

Cupping on the back is the most common cupping therapy currently used in clinical practice. It is a type of cupping along the meridians, and includes cupping on the bladder meridian and governing vessel on the back. The back of the human body, also known as the spine, is often a symbol of strength and hope. In fact, the back is not only broad and strong, being a major component of the human trunk, but it is also an important area of ​​the nervous system, meridian system, immune system, etc. It is a special health zone of the human body. The spine in the middle of the back is the course of the Du meridian, which governs all the yang meridians in the body. It has the function of commanding, regulating, and connecting other yang meridians, and its position is very important. The bladder meridians on both sides of the spine run through the entire body. The internal organs have corresponding reaction points on their acupoints. Pathological changes in the functions of the internal organs can be reflected in the acupoints on the back.

2. The efficacy of back cupping

1. Respiratory system diseases such as cold, fever, cough and asthma, etc. Cupping on the back can directly act on the lung point, Fengmen point, Dazhui point, Dingchuan point, Shenshu point and other acupoints to invigorate the yang energy, dredge the meridian qi and eliminate evil spirits such as wind, cold, dampness and heat.

2. Digestive system diseases: Suitable for indigestion, anorexia, diarrhea and other symptoms caused by weak spleen and stomach. By stimulating the back-shu points of the spleen, stomach, liver, and gallbladder, the spleen, stomach, liver, and gallbladder qi can be regulated, and the meridian qi of the internal organs can be adjusted.

3. ENT diseases such as acne, red and swollen eyes, sty, oral ulcers, etc. Fire is a yang evil that can easily attack yang positions. ENT diseases are mostly caused by excessive internal fire that disturbs the clear orifices. Cupping on the back can draw out the stagnant fire in the body and regulate the balance of yin and yang in the meridians.

4. Soft tissue diseases Soft tissue diseases of the waist and back are mostly caused by exposure to wind, cold, dampness, fatigue, sprains, etc. Cupping can effectively eliminate wind, cold and dampness, dredge blood circulation and relieve pain.

3. Precautions for cupping on the back

Cupping is generally used on flatter areas of the body, such as the legs and back. A must-have for cupping is lubricating oil, which can include olive oil, baby oil, lotion and even salad oil. It can lubricate the skin to prevent it from being stretched during the cupping process. When you use the cupping for the first time, the suction should not be too strong. In this regard, the vacuum cup is more suitable for cupping because the suction can be controlled by yourself. If you want a stronger suction, just pump a few more times. If you want a weaker suction, you can let it go a little. The suction force of traditional cupping is more difficult to control. It is recommended to use lower suction force for the first time. Otherwise, the pain in some parts may exceed your expectations, which may make you feel scared and resist this treatment method.