Cupping

Jennifer Dynes BPHE, RMT

Carolyn Muir RMT, CR

Scar Tissue Therapy

Scars are the principle way the body knits itself together following injury or inflammation. For some individuals scars can pose a number of problems. If the scar is thick in texture or bound to underlying tissues, it may restrict movement, catch on clothing, cause irritation to the skin, create a local pulling sensation and can even result in local edema. Over time, scars will gradually become tight, rigid, inflexible and dense. Massage therapy treatment is designed to soften mobilize and release the scar from the underlying structures.

Cupping

Cupping has been practiced for thousands of years and involves placing heated glass cups over the skin which creates a partial vacuum. The cups are usually placed on the back or large muscle groups to encourage the movement of blood, lymph fluid, and the energy that flows through the body. It is believed that pain is caused by ‘stagnation’ of these systems. Cupping can increase blood flow to the affected area, eases stress and pain, and causes tissues to release toxins out through the skin to support a general whole body cleanse. Cupping acts like a deep tissue massage that can be a beneficial treatment for muscular pain especially back pain from injury or stiffness.