Cupping / Gua Sha
Helping Your Body Let Go.
Think of these as recovery tools for muscles that feel tight, overworked, or stuck.
Cupping
Gentle suction on the skin to increase blood flow and help loosen tight muscles, reduce discomfort, and improve range of movement.
Gua Sha
a smooth tool used to gently glide across the skin. This can help stimulate circulation, activate and strength immune system and ease tension in the tissues underneath.
What Can It Help With
often used to treat muscle pain, stiffness, migraines, stress, immune support and general wellness.
How To Prepare
It’s helpful to wear loose, comfortable clothing to get to targeted areas.
Eat a light meal and hydrate more than your norm before your session to avoid feeling lightheaded.
Your body needs resources to release.
What To Expect
You'll feel a slight grasp/pull from the cups. Some athletes have referred to it as an "octopus kiss"
Red, purple, or darker circular marks after cupping. These are temporary and can look similar to bruises. They are a normal skin response and usually fade on their own over several days.
The After Care
Rest. Eat. HYDRATE. Stay Layered.
Some soreness or tenderness for a few days can be normal after cupping. Your skin and underlying tissues have been stimulated, so give them time to settle.
A layer of your body has been released, but it also temporarily vulnerable.
Be mindful of being under air conditioning and drafts for the next 48 hours.
Keep a light layer over your neck and back.
If you’re sore, a heating pad or Epsom salt bath may help you feel more comfortable. For an Epsom salt bath, wait 48 hours after your session.
Most importantly: listen to your body.
You don’t need to push through a workout just because you can.
If soreness lasts more than a week, or you’re concerned about your symptoms, contact us.