Here's a Description of Cupping Therapy

• The Cupping Process :
  
  The practitioner places the cup on the patient's skin and creates a vacuum, which causes the skin to be drawn up into the cup. This creates a characteristic circular welt or "cup mark." The cups are often left in place for a few minutes, but the duration can vary depending on the condition being treated and the practitioner's technique. Some practitioners may move the cups while they are in place, sliding them across the skin, which is known as "gliding cupping."
• Dry Cupping :
  
  In this traditional method, cups are applied to the skin with suction but no incisions are made. It's primarily used for musculoskeletal pain and tension relief. In traditional Chinese medicine, the cups are heated using a flame, which is then removed before placing the cup on the skin. The cooling air inside the cup creates a vacuum.
• Wet Cupping (Hijama) :
  
  This method involves making small incisions on the skin after dry cupping and then reapplying the cups to draw out a small amount of blood. It's often practiced in Islamic traditional medicine and is believed to cleanse the body of toxins.
• Modern Silicone or Plastic Cups :
  
  These cups have one-way valves that create a vacuum when squeezed and then applied to the skin. They are more convenient and can be easily adjusted for suction intensity.
• Benefits and Uses :
  
  It's used to alleviate muscle and joint pain, particularly in the back and neck. Cupping may help reduce localized inflammation. The suction created by the cups can promote blood flow to the treated area. Many people find cupping to be a relaxing therapy.