Runners and cyclists
Target areas of muscular tightness associated with repetitive training and recovery demands.
SPORTS THERAPY ONE
Dry Cupping Therapy
Targeted soft tissue treatment designed to help reduce muscular tension, improve comfort and support easier movement.
Dry Cupping Therapy uses specialist cups RockPods® to create controlled suction over the skin. This gently lifts the soft tissues rather than applying downward pressure in the way that massage does.
Treatment is adapted to your comfort, symptoms and goals and may be incorporated into a Sports Massage or Sports Therapy appointment where appropriate.
DRY CUPPING THERAPY
What is Dry Cupping Therapy?
Dry cupping uses specialist cups to create negative pressure over the skin and underlying soft tissues.
The cups may be left in position for a short period, moved gently across the skin or combined with active movement. The amount of suction and length of application are adjusted according to the area being treated and your comfort.
Dry cupping may be used alongside Sports Massage, soft tissue treatment and rehabilitation. It is not presented as a standalone cure, but as one treatment option that may help an area feel more comfortable and less restricted.
POTENTIAL BENEFITS
How Dry Cupping Therapy may help
People respond differently to cupping, but some find that treatment helps reduce feelings of muscular tension or temporarily improves comfort and movement.
Treatment is most useful when it forms part of an individual approach that may also include appropriate activity, exercise and rehabilitation.
WHO MAY BENEFIT?
Dry cupping for sport, work and everyday movement
Dry cupping is not only for athletes. It may be suitable for active people, manual workers, office workers and anyone experiencing muscular tightness, stiffness or physical fatigue.
Gym and fitness enthusiasts
Help manage muscular stiffness and fatigue alongside strength, conditioning and fitness training.
Office and desk workers
Address tension around the neck, shoulders, upper back and hips linked with prolonged sitting.
Manual and physical workers
Support recovery from repetitive lifting, carrying, standing and physically demanding work.
People returning to activity
Cupping may be incorporated into treatment or rehabilitation where hands-on therapy is appropriate.
Anyone feeling tight or fatigued
Treatment may help when muscular tension is making movement feel uncomfortable or restricted.
YOUR APPOINTMENT
What to expect from Dry Cupping Therapy
Your appointment begins with a brief consultation so treatment can be adapted to your needs, comfort and any relevant health considerations.
Discuss your needs
We will discuss the area you would like treated, how it is affecting you and any relevant medical or injury history.
Apply the cups
The cups are positioned over the relevant area and the amount of suction is adjusted to remain manageable.
Combine with movement
Where appropriate, cupping may be combined with massage, active movement or rehabilitation exercises.
COMFORT AND SKIN RESPONSE
Will Dry Cupping leave marks?
Dry cupping can leave temporary circular marks because of the suction applied to the skin. The colour and intensity vary between individuals and do not indicate the severity of a muscular problem.
Marks usually fade gradually over several days. You will be advised about this before treatment, and the level of suction can be adjusted throughout your appointment.
Adjusted throughout
Suction is adapted to your comfort and how the area responds.
You remain in control
You are encouraged to provide feedback during treatment.
Temporary marks may occur
Circular marks are common and generally fade over several days.
Practical guidance
You may receive advice about movement, activity or rehabilitation.
CHOOSING THE RIGHT APPOINTMENT
Sports Massage or Sports Therapy?
Dry Cupping Therapy is a treatment technique rather than a separate clinical assessment. It may be incorporated into a Sports Massage or Sports Therapy appointment where appropriate.
Sports Massage is usually suitable when you want hands-on treatment for muscular tightness, stiffness, fatigue or general maintenance.
Sports Therapy is more appropriate when you have a new injury, a specific area of pain, recurring symptoms or a problem requiring assessment and rehabilitation.
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Choose a Sports Massage or Sports Therapy appointment. Dry Cupping Therapy may be incorporated where it is appropriate for your needs.
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