Massage cupping sets come in a variety of materials, sizes and for many uses. Before performing cupping therapy consult the manufacturer’s instructions for the proper application technique.
Clean the treatment area thoroughly and remove body hair.
Choose appropriate cup sizes for the treatment area and ensure they are thoroughly cleaned and intact.
Moisturize the treatment area with oil or lotion.
Apply the cup to the skin. Although application techniques vary, all cups attach to the body through the use of suction. Once attached, cups can be easily moved around on properly hydrated skin. When moving a cup, grip it near the skin with one hand and use the freehand to gently hold the skin taut behind the cup as it moves. This technique offers a soothing massage effect to the treatment.
Repeat these steps to add as many cups to the treatment area as needed.
After about 3 minutes, simply release the pressure in the cup by pulling up on the cup's valve to release vacuum.