Is the blood stasis sucked out by cupping a toxin in the body? To tell you the truth, after reading the knowledge

Cupping is a very common treatment method in traditional Chinese medicine, and many celebrities are also keen on cupping, such as Australian swimmer Chalmers, American swimmer Phelps, American gymnast Alex, etc. Cupping enthusiast.

Is there any scientific basis for cupping?

1. Is there any scientific basis for cupping? Or simply psychological comfort?

Many people have different views on cupping. Some people think that this is a good method of TCM health preservation, and some people think that this is just a psychological comfort, and there is no scientific basis at all. So what are the facts?

The first thing to be sure is that cupping is scientifically based.

Wang Jing, an expert from the State Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine and the deputy chief physician of the Chinese Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, pointed out that cupping can strengthen the functions of sebaceous glands and sweat glands, and discharge the waste gas in the body in time , thus promoting the discharge of toxins in the body.

In addition, cupping can also promote blood circulation inside the body and stimulate the function enhancement of other tissues and organs in the body.

2. Is the blood congested after cupping a toxin in the body?

Many people claim that the congestion on the body after cupping is the toxin absorbed from the body. Is this claim credible?

The color left on the skin after cupping is mainly related to the time of cupping, the depth of negative pressure, etc. It does not mean that there are toxins, moisture, or blockage in the body.

The cupping time should not be too long, and the number of times should not be too much. After a long time, it may cause skin blisters and even lead to infection. Some people cannot follow the trend of cupping.

1. Patients with skin diseases

Cupping is likely to cause blisters and skin infections due to improper control, and may also aggravate allergy symptoms. Therefore, it is recommended that people with broken and ulcerated skin, people with skin allergies, etc. do not cup cupping.

2. People with high blood pressure and heart disease

Cupping is likely to aggravate the lack of Qi and blood in patients with anemia. People with heart disease, high blood pressure and other diseases are not suitable for cupping.

3. Women's menstrual period, pregnant women

Pregnant women or women should avoid cupping when they are menstruating, especially the abdomen and lumbosacral areas. Improper cupping is likely to cause threatened abortion and abnormal menstruation. <

3. To safely cupping, keep these 4 points in mind

Correct and safe cupping is good for health, can remove evil spirits, and can also promote blood circulation and remove blood stasis, etc. Safe cupping, we must pay attention to the following points.

1. The glass cupping effect is better

The more commonly used jars are mainly vacuum suction cans and glass cups. Doctors believe that glass cups are more able to ward off cold and warm, but there are certain dangers. It is safer to use vacuum suction cans for home use.

2. It is best to choose a place with a lot of meat

For the cupping part, it is best to choose the place with rich muscles, such as the thighs, back, buttocks, etc., but the most common is the back cupping.

3. preferably around 10 minutes

Cupping time, the large cans can be left for 5-10 minutes, and the small cans are preferably between 10-15 minutes, and the time should not be too long.

4. Choose cans according to individual body shape

When choosing a jar, it should be done according to body size, muscle mass, etc. Use a large jar for places with a lot of meat, and use a small jar for places with a lot of bones.

Cupping itself has a certain scientific basis, but it is necessary to choose a formal institution for cupping, and some special groups are best not to cup. If you want to perform cupping safely, it is recommended to choose a place with a lot of meat for cupping, control the time well, and choose pots that suit you.

References:

[1] "Scientific method or psychological comfort? You need to pay attention to these when cupping". People's Network Science. 2018-01-11

[2] "Don't think cupping is omnipotent anymore, don't try these 5 kinds of people! 》. Family Doctor Online. 2017-09-12

[3] "Actress was deeply burned by cupping! Chinese medicine reminder: do not step on the 5 major misunderstandings of cupping". Life Times. 2019-12-17

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