Cupping and gua sha

Servicing Hillcrest, Browns Plains and surrounding areas

Cupping and Gua Sha have long histories within Traditional Chinese Medicine and other East Asian health traditions. Both techniques are used as hands-on approaches within a broader system of care that considers the individual’s presentation, health history and overall pattern of signs and symptoms.

Traditionally, these techniques were not viewed as standalone services. They were used alongside other aspects of Chinese Medicine practice, including acupuncture, herbal medicine, dietary guidance and observation of the person’s broader health picture.

Today, cupping and Gua Sha continue to be practised by Chinese Medicine practitioners in Australia. At Ling Tung Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine, your practitioner will discuss your individual presentation and whether these techniques may be suitable for your circumstances.

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How Cupping and Gua Sha Differ

Cupping and Gua Sha are both hands-on techniques, but they are applied in different ways.

Cupping uses specialised cups to create a suction effect on selected areas of the body. Depending on the practitioner’s assessment, cups may be left in place for a period of time or moved gently across the skin.

Gua Sha uses a smooth-edged tool to apply repeated, controlled strokes to selected areas. The pressure, area and technique used will depend on the individual and the practitioner’s assessment.

Your practitioner will explain which approach is being considered and why it may be appropriate for your appointment.

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What to know before cupping or gua sha

Varied Techniques

Cupping and Gua Sha can be applied in different ways depending on the practitioner’s assessment and the area being treated. Cups may be left in place for a period of time or moved gently across the skin, while Gua Sha uses controlled strokes with a smooth-edged tool.

Your practitioner will explain the approach being considered before treatment begins.

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Temporary Marks can occur

Cupping and Gua Sha can sometimes leave temporary marks on the skin. These marks can vary in colour and intensity and generally fade over time.

The presence or colour of marks should not be treated as a diagnosis or a measure of how well treatment has worked.

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suitability and aftercare

Cupping and Gua Sha may not be suitable for everyone. Your practitioner will consider factors such as skin sensitivity, bruising, medications, pregnancy, recent injury and other relevant health history before recommending an approach.

They will also provide any aftercare advice that is relevant to your appointment.

Considering Cupping or Gua sha?

Appointments are available at Ling Tung Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine.

Whether you are ready to book or have a question before making an appointment, our team is here to help.

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