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Cupping Therapy: Methods and Benefits by Matthew Gilson is a document available to read on EtoBox.

Cupping therapy is an ancient alternative medicine technique where suction cups are placed on the skin to help with pain, inflammation, blood flow, relaxation and well-being. It originated in Egyptian, Chinese and Middle Eastern cultures over 3,500 years ago. There are different types of cupping including dry, wet and moving cupping. During cupping a flammable substance is lit inside the cup to create suction, or a pump can be used. Cupping is believed to have health benefits but its effects are not proven

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Matthew Gilson

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