Correct cupping includes the selection of cupping equipment, the method of cupping, the method of starting cupping and so on.
1. Selection of cupping tools: commonly used cupping tools include glass cupping tools, bamboo cupping tools, ceramic cupping tools and air extraction cupping tools, etc., and suitable cupping tools can be selected according to the patient’s condition.
2. Cupping methods: commonly used cupping methods include fire cupping, water cupping, pumping cupping, etc. Different cupping methods can be chosen according to different cupping tools.
3. The method of cupping: general cupping, one hand holding the bottom of the waist of the can body slightly tilted, the thumb or finger pressure on the skin of the edge of the can mouth, so that the gap between the mouth of the can and the skin, the air into the can cans can be taken down. Do not pull hard, so as not to strain the skin and produce pain.
If cupping is needed, it is recommended to go to a professional medical institution.