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MEDICUPPING

Offered by Stephanie Athena, Liz Perr, Megan Ward and Mac Wood

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WHAT IS MEDICUPPING?

Medicupping is a modern form of therapy that utilizes a medical-grade cupping machine to create a vacuum effect. This gentle suction lifts and hydrates the muscle tissue, increasing blood circulation to the treated area. This increased blood flow relieves muscle tension, promotes cell regeneration, and supports the formation of new connective tissues and blood vessels.  ​

Medicupping represents a significant advancement in the practice of cupping therapy. While cupping has ancient roots in various cultures, using heated glass cups to create suction, Medicupping utilizes modern technology to provide a more controlled and versatile experience.

The Medicupping Machine:

  • Precision Suction: The machine allows practitioners to precisely regulate the level of suction, ensuring patient comfort and minimizing bruising. 

  • Dynamic Cupping: The cups can be moved across the skin, creating a massage-like effect that enhances circulation and lymphatic flow.

  • Variety of Cup Sizes: Different cup sizes cater to various body areas, providing targeted treatment.

  • Increased Treatment Areas: The machine allows for effective cupping on areas where traditional methods might struggle, such as joints and uneven surfaces.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Before the session:

  • Consultation: Your practitioner will likely begin with a consultation to discuss your health history, any specific concerns or areas you'd like to address, and your goals for the session. This helps them tailor the treatment to your individual needs.

  • Clothing: You'll be asked to change into comfortable clothing that allows access to the areas being treated.

 

During the session:

  • Positioning: You'll be comfortably positioned on a massage table, ensuring the areas to be treated are accessible.

  • Skin preparation: Your practitioner may apply a small amount of oil to your skin to help the cups glide smoothly.

  • Cup application: The therapist will select the appropriate size cups and apply them to your skin, creating gentle suction.

  • Dynamic cupping: The cups may be moved across your skin in gliding, shaking, or stationary motions, depending on your needs.

  • Sensation: The suction will likely feel like a gentle pulling or tightness. You may also experience a warming sensation as blood flow increases to the area.

  • Communication: Your practitioner will check in with you throughout the session to ensure your comfort and adjust the suction level as needed.

 

After the session:

  • Marks: It's normal to have some circular marks on your skin after the treatment. These are not bruises and typically fade within a few days.

  • Hydration: You'll be encouraged to drink plenty of water to help flush out toxins released during the session.

  • Self-care: Your practitioner may recommend some gentle stretches or exercises to continue the benefits of the treatment at home.

 

Overall, you can expect a relaxing and therapeutic experience during your Medicupping session. The gentle suction and rhythmic movements can help relieve tension, improve circulation, and promote a sense of well-being.

*Remember: Please communicate openly with your practitioner throughout the session. Let them know if you have any questions or concerns, or if you need any adjustments to the pressure or positioning.

BENEFITS

Pain relief

Muscle tension release

 

Improves circulation

 

Promotes lymphatic drainage

Stress relief

 

Promotes relaxation

​Cell regeneration:

  • Increased Blood Flow: The suction created by the cups draws blood to the treated area, increasing circulation and delivering vital nutrients and oxygen to the cells. This enhanced blood flow nourishes the tissues and supports cellular repair and regeneration.  

  • Mechanical Stimulation: The lifting and pulling action of the cups creates a gentle stretching and massage effect on the tissues. This mechanical stimulation can activate fibroblasts, the cells responsible for producing collagen and elastin, essential components for healthy skin and connective tissue.  

  • Reduced Inflammation: Medicupping can help reduce inflammation, which can hinder cell regeneration. By improving lymphatic drainage and reducing swelling, it creates a more favorable environment for tissue repair and cell growth.  

WHO SHOULD GET MEDICUPPING?

Active individuals and athletes:

  • Enhance performance and recovery.

  • Address muscle imbalances and tightness.

  • Treat sports-related injuries like tennis elbow or runner's knee.

Those with thick or dense fascia:

  • Release fascial restrictions and improve mobility.

  • Reduce pain and stiffness associated with tight fascia.

People seeking deeper treatment for specific issues:

  • Target chronic pain conditions like back pain or fibromyalgia.

  • Address areas with limited range of motion.

  • Reduce swelling and inflammation.

WHY MEDICUPPING IS EFFECTIVE

Precision and Customization:

  • MediCupping machines allow for precise control of suction levels.

  • A variety of cup sizes cater to different body areas and needs.

Versatility:

  • Can be applied to the whole body, including areas where traditional cupping is less effective.

  • Effectively treats areas like elbows, knees, and palms.

Enhanced Well-being:

  • Improves circulation and lymphatic flow.

  • Reduces pain and muscle tension.

  • Promotes relaxation and stress reduction.

ENHANCE YOUR EXPERIENCE WITH SAUNA THERAPY

Combining Medicupping with sauna therapy can really boost and extend the effects of your treatment. Here's how to incorporate sauna sessions before and after your Medicupping session:

 

Before your Medicupping Session to:

  • Warm up your muscles and increase circulation, preparing the tissues for deeper work during the cupping session.

  • Help you relax and de-stress, setting the stage for a more therapeutic experience.

 

After your Medicupping Session to:

  • Further enhance the detoxification process initiated by the cupping therapy.

  • Promote deeper relaxation and soothe the muscles.

  • Extend the therapeutic benefits of both treatments.

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Learn the difference between Traditional Sauna and Infrared Sauna

CHOOSING THE RIGHT SAUNA

Consider your preference:

Do you prefer intense heat or a gentler, more gradual warming?  INFRARED is your best choice!

Health goals:

Are you focused on cardiovascular benefits, detoxification, or pain relief? TRADITIONAL SAUNA is your best choice!

Sensitivity to heat:

If you're sensitive to high temperatures INFRARED is your best choice!

Ultimately, both traditional and infrared saunas offer unique benefits that can complement your Medicupping experience. Discuss your preferences and goals with your practitioner to determine which type of sauna is best suited for you.

OFFERINGS

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60 MINUTE MEDICUPPNG SESSIONS
$122

90 MINUTE MEDICUPPNG SESSIONS
$164

75 MINUTE MEDICUPPNG SESSIONS
$138

Experience the benefits of Medicupping with a 60-minute session, allowing ample time for a full-body treatment or focused work on specific areas. This comprehensive approach promotes deep relaxation, pain relief, and improved mobility.

Elevate your experience with a 75-minute session, combining Medicupping with other modalities like massage or stretching for a more integrative approach. This extended time allows for deeper work, addressing complex issues and enhancing relaxation for a transformative journey.​​

Indulge in the ultimate Medicupping experience with a luxurious 90-minute session. This comprehensive full-body treatment provides meticulous attention to detail, addressing multiple concerns and leaving you feeling profoundly relaxed and rejuvenated.

ATTENTION

24 Hour Cancellation Policy

Being clear and transparent with you is important to us! Our 24-hour cancellation policy helps us continue serving our wonderful community and supporting our dedicated team. For clarity, cancellations within 24 hours of your appointment, as well as appointments booked within this timeframe, will incur the full appointment fee. We appreciate your understanding and your role in making our community so great!

We understand that needing to cancel a massage appointment on short notice isn't ideal, and we empathize with that. To ensure fairness and the stability of our team's schedules, our 24-hour cancellation policy is consistently applied, and unfortunately, we're unable to make exceptions. We hope you can appreciate that while we care about your experience, this boundary is necessary for our operations.

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