The cupping therapy combined with traditional Chinese medicine is a treatment method known as the cupping therapy. It utilizes bamboo or wooden cups as tools. After boiling the medicinal liquid, the air inside the cups is expelled through high heat, creating a negative pressure that allows the cups to adhere to the treatment area. This method not only provides the warm and stimulating effects of cupping, but also allows for the pharmacological effects of traditional Chinese medicine, thereby enhancing the therapeutic effect of cupping. Different Chinese herbal medicines can be selected based on the patient's condition. The specific operation method involves using a large ceramic pot or a specially designed electric pot. The Chinese herbs are first wrapped in gauze and placed in the pot, along with an appropriate amount of water for decoction. After extracting the medicinal properties, the bamboo or wooden cups are placed into the decoction and boiled for about 10 minutes (the boiling time can generally be determined based on the medicinal properties). The cups are then quickly clamped out with tweezers or chopsticks, covered with a clean dry towel to absorb the liquid and reduce the temperature of the cup mouth, while maintaining the heat inside the cups. The cups are then quickly placed on the selected area, and slight pressure is applied for about half a minute to ensure a secure attachment. The advantages of this method are its good warm and stimulating effects, as it combines the effects of cupping and herbal medicine, and it is commonly used for conditions such as cold, cough, asthma, rheumatism, ulcer disease, chronic gastritis, indigestion, and psoriasis.
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Cupping Therapy: Correct Methods and Precautions for Effective ReliefCupping therapy can relieve muscle pain, alleviate fatigue, and is widely accepted by many people. However, when doing cupping at home, it is important to follow the correct method. Otherwise, it may
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Choosing the Right Cupping Method: A Guide to Different Types of CupsHorn-made cupsMade from cow horns or sheep horns. Use a saw to cut off the pointed top of the horn, leaving 1-2cm of solid part at the bottom as the cup base. Saw the mouth end to make it flat and sm
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Operational Procedures and Precautions for Cupping Therapy   (I) Operating Procedures1. Preoperative PreparationThoroughly examine and inquire about the patient to determine if they are suitable candidates for cupping therapy and if there are any
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Proper Techniques and Precautions for Effective Cupping Therapy(1) When using alcohol for fire cupping, only lightly dip the cotton ball in alcohol. Avoid using too much alcohol, as it may result in excessive suction and affect the therapeutic effect or cause bur
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The Therapeutic Principles of Cupping Therapy: Mechanical, Thermal, and Regulatory EffectsThrough extensive clinical observations and the use of modern scientific technology, both domestic and international scholars have conducted in-depth studies on the treatment principles of cupping the
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1Types of Cups: From Ancient Animal Horn to Modern Electric Cupping Therapy DevicesThere are various types of cups, starting from the ancient animal horn cups, gradually developing into bamboo tubes, ceramic cups, metal cups, glass cups, plastic cups, rubber cups, and even modern de
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2The Versatility of Ceramic Jars: From Traditional Fire Cupping Therapy to Modern InnovationsCeramic jars are made from clay or porcelain clay and are generally divided into three types: large, medium, and small. The ends of the jar are smaller, and the middle protrudes outward, resembling a
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