Transcript MASSAGE CUPPING

MASSAGE CUPPING
LEVEL I
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TYPES OF CUPPING
WET/DRY
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VACUTHERAPIES
A term used to name a genre of bodywork that utilizes
suction and an ACTIVE CUP to facilitate healing and
aiding the body forward to homeostasis.
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MASSAGE CUPPING
• With the use of a handheld
vacuum pump, plastic cups,
and attachment this unique
brand of bodywork uses
suction to lift tissue.
• The moving of the cups not
only keeps the cups dynamic
but also mimics our massage
strokes.
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MEDICUPPING
• Based on the foundation and
structure of MC bodywork.
The practitioner now has the
MC-600 vacuumobilization
machine to perform either a
static suction or multiple
pumping suction modes.
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THERACUPPING
• Also based on the foundation
of Massage Cupping body.
Theracupping incorporates
certain equipment for at
home use.
• The greatest benefit of
Theracupping is the
reinforcing of office session.
Continuing treatment.
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MC vs TCM
• Even though massage cupping and TCM
cupping therapy are similar, it is the creation of
our "techniques" which mimics our massage
strokes.
• This keeps the cups "DYNAMIC" and keeps
the therapist within scope of practice
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TRADITIONAL
CUPPING
• Based on the clearing of
meridian channels.
• Works on Tsubos, Chinese
Diagnostics, and
Acupressure points.
• Dispels Jing Chi (stagnated
Chi.)
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MASSAGE CUPPING
• Based on western allopathic
medicine. A&P.
• Dredging of Nerve,
Lymphatic, and Circulatory
pathways
• Intent is on the restoration of
Homeostasis.
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ADVANTAGES OF MC
(for therapist)
• Less strain on hands.
• Tissue release w/o discomfort to client.
• Compliments other modalities.
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• No additional time required.
• Additional Revenue.
• Inexpensive equipment.
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ADVANTAGES OF
MC
(for client)
• Clears Stagnation.
• Relieves Inflammation.
• Drains and moves fluids.
• Stretches Connective Tissue.
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• Loosens Adhesions.
• PNS stimulated.
• Nourished blood supply to skin.
• Expels congestion.
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Benefit of MC for
therapist and client.
• MC techniques+Type of suction+Variety of
Cup sizes=
• PERSONALIZED SESSIONS, EXPANSION
OF CREATIVITY, AND MORE FOCUSED
INTENT.
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GREATEST BENEFIT
• Massage Cupping greatly
accelerates the benefits of
many types of treatments.
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cont'd
• Massage Cupping intensifies the therapeutic
aspects of traditional cupping and creates a
therapy that is...
• RESULTS ORIENTED!
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