Acuherbal Clinic of Dr Qu

Cupping therapy is one commonly used traditional Chinese medicine technique. In TCM theory, cupping is capable of unblocking meridians and is normally applied for muscle pains, aches and soreness. However, one of its common side effects is bruise which takes a couple of weeks to fade. Cupping is also contraindicated for people of weak constitution, some skin diseases including diabetic skin, and pregnancy for caution.