Cupping
What is cupping?
Cupping is a traditional drainage method in which glasses are placed on the skin with negative pressure. These stimuli not only act locally on the muscles, but also directly on the internal organs via reflex zones on the back.
Cupping activates the metabolism and is mostly used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as a strengthening element in combination with acupuncture, moxibustion or guasha massage.
Important: Cupping is not suitable for patients with acute skin diseases.
What symptoms does cupping help with?
Cupping is often used in traditional Chinese medicine for the following issues:
Pain: tension, lumbago, sciatica, muscular headaches
Alergies and respiratory diseases: respiratory tract infections, bronchitis, colds
Feeling of weakness
How much does cupping cost?
A single cupping treatment at TCM Seerose costs around 50 francs, depending on the duration of the session. I often use cupping in combination with acupuncture, moxibustion, or Gua Sha. The total cost of the treatment is therefore between 120 and 156 francs.
Since I am EMR-certified, most supplemental health insurance plans covering complementary medicine will cover a portion of the treatment costs. Please check with your supplemental health insurance provider regarding this matter.
TCM practitioner: Xiaoyun Li
ZSR number: T639764
EGK therapist number: 57381
What side effects can cupping have?
The most well-known side effect is circular bruises (hematomas) caused by the negative pressure of the cupping glasses. They are intentional and indicate that the metabolism in this area has been stimulated. They usually disappear after about a week. Occasionally, slight tiredness and muscle ache-like sensations may occur directly after the treatment.
