Fire cupping is an ancient Traditional Chinese Medical technique that utilizes a glass cup, a cotton ball soaked in rubbing alcohol and lit on fire. The lit cotton ball is inserted into the cup, removed, and then the cup is quickly placed directly onto the skin of the patient. The heat creates a vacuum effect, drawing the skin into the cup and promoting blood flow and healing. Over the years, the materials used for cupping have evolved from animal horns and bamboo to modern glass and silicone cups.
Health Benefits of Cupping Therapy
Cupping therapy is celebrated for its wide range of health benefits, including:
- Relief from muscular pain
- Alleviation of joint pain
- Treatment of skin problems
- Support for respiratory disorders
- Healing of soft tissue injuries
- Reduction of inflammation
Integrative Treatments at Sacred Patterns Acupuncture
Dr. Andrew Moser, DOM, MBA, at Sacred Patterns Acupuncture, incorporates fire cupping into his holistic treatment plans. Alongside cupping, he utilizes various modalities of Traditional Chinese Medicine, including:
- Acupuncture
- E-Stim (electronic stimulation)
- Moxa (moxibustion)
- Gua Sha (scraping)
- Tui Na (massage)
- Chinese Herbal Remedies (both internal and external applications; herbal prescriptions are available at an additional cost)
Experience Relaxation and Healing
Each treatment session lasts an hour and a half, providing a relaxing experience for just $100. We accept various payment methods, including cash, credit cards, HSA, FSA, and worker's compensation claims. To schedule your treatment, please call 505.317.9915 or email Info@DrMoser.org. Evening and Saturday appointments are available for your convenience.
-Dr. Andrew Moser, DOM, MBA
Sacred Patterns Acupuncture
