Cupping

On this training course you will learn how to release the body’s Myofascial tissue using vacuum cupping.

What are the main benefits?

Reduces tight knots adhesion
Increases blood flow and tissue repair
Increases your clients range of movement of joints
Good to work with Neck and Back pain
Ideal tool for Sports Therapists
Reduces overuse of your hands and wrists

What is Dry Cupping? Myofascial Cupping is a modified version of the ancient Eastern style Cupping. It differs by specifically targeting the Musculo-Skeletal system rather than the meridian systems used by traditional Chinese practitioners. It also uses plastic cups and vacuum suction rather than glass cups and a naked flame to create suction. A hand operated vacuum pump is used to induce a vacuum inside a cylinder sealed to the skin by the use of oil or cream. The vacuum “draws” the soft tissue perpendicular to the skin thus providing a tensile force to the soft tissue system, which can be left in one site for a prolonged period or moved along the tissue.

The application of cups can be used to treat a variety of conditions such as:

Muscle pain and tension
Reduced joint movement
Headaches
Back pain and sciatica
Stress and anxiety

Dry Cupping helps aid soft tissue injuries and reduce pain or discomfort by:

Increasing localised circulation
Increasing oxygenation and nutrient content within the tissue
Removing stagnant blood and waste products
Re-initiating the healing process to micro-trauma
Stretching fascia and connective tissue, which leads to a relaxation response

Course Content:

History of Cupping
Understanding Myofascial Release
Hygiene and safe keeping of your cups
Application and safe use of cups
Range of cupping treatments that can be offered

Assessment Criteria: You will be assessed throughout the day to ensure you are providing safe treatments. You will also complete a written test as part of the course. Upon successful completion of the course you will be awarded a certificate. If you do not reach the standard required on the initial training day you will need to complete case studies prior to certification, this will be discussed in full with your tutor.

Entrance requirements: In order to take part in this course, you must already have acquired a Level 3 diploma in massage or sports massage or level 3 in anatomy. We will ask you to provide a copy of your qualification. Please enquire if you are uncertain about your qualification.