Cupping therapy is a physical treatment that uses suction cups applied to the skin over areas of tension or discomfort. It’s often chosen to support circulation, reduce muscular tightness and complement manual therapy for recovery and mobility.
Cupping therapy uses cups placed on the skin to create gentle suction, lifting the skin and the tissue beneath it. In our clinic it is used as part of a manual therapy treatment for areas of muscular tension, alongside hands-on techniques and stretching.
The cups may be left in place for a few minutes or moved gently across the skin. Many people find the sensation unusual but relaxing. Circular marks are common afterwards and usually fade within a few days.
We confirm the areas to treat and check your history for anything that means cupping is not suitable.
Cups are applied with controlled suction for a set time, adjusted to your comfort.
You receive advice on activity, hydration and caring for any temporary marks.
Suction is always adjusted to you, and we explain each step before we start.
Yes, circular marks are common and usually fade within a few days. If you have an event coming up, let us know so we can plan accordingly.
It should feel like a strong pulling sensation rather than pain. We adjust the suction to you.
Cupping is usually part of a longer manual therapy session and takes around 10 to 15 minutes of it.
Usually yes, but avoid very hot showers, saunas or intense training for the rest of the day.
It is not suitable over broken or irritated skin, or for people with certain bleeding disorders or who take blood-thinning medicines. We check this first.
It uses a similar technique, but we apply it within a clinical assessment and alongside other manual therapy techniques.
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