This is an article written by Anita Shannon LMT explaining Medicupping and developed this tool or modality that we are providing here @ Take A New Approach Health & Wellness Center in Lexington, KY. We are getting good results from detoxing tissue, to releasing scar adhesion(s) and loosening fascial tissue allowing for better lyphatic flow and drainage.
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SUCCESSFUL FACE & BODY CONTOURING USING ACE MASSAGE CUPPING™ AND MEDICUPPING™ THERAPIES
By Anita Shannon
ACE Massage Cupping™ and MediCupping™ therapies
are proving to be incredibly effective approaches to face and body
contouring services. By creating suction and negative pressure these
techniques are used to drain excess fluids and toxins, loosen adhesions
and lift connective tissue, and bring blood flow to stagnant muscles and
skin. This versatile method can easily be modified to accomplish a
range of techniques, including lymphatic drainage.
One of the most
amazing aspects of these techniques is the "separation" that the vacuum
produces in tissue layers. This enables water absorption and renewed
blood flow to dehydrated undernourished tissue, which is invaluable in
body contouring treatments. Separation of tissue can be a huge catalyst
for change as the body begins to eliminate chronic congestion and lymph
becomes more fluid.
How is ACE Massage Cupping™ therapy accomplished? The cup is
positioned over the area of the body to be treated and suction is
created using a vacuum gun. The more traditional method involves
inserting a flame into a glass cup to create the vacuum. The suction
level can range from light to heavy, and the movements performed by the
therapist can be stimulating or sedating.
What is the difference between ACE Massage Cupping™ therapy and
Traditional Chinese Cupping Therapy? In Traditional Chinese Medicine,
stationary cups are placed on the skin and left for a period of five to
fifteen minutes. The goal of Chinese cupping therapy is to move
stagnation of blood and chi, disperse internal heat, and other
applications based on Traditional Chinese Medical diagnostics. Another
technique is “moving cups”. In TCM, this is used to raise the “sha” to
the surface when treating large areas. In Europe, stationary cupping is
also used in the home on both adults and children for respiratory
conditions. In many countries, cups are frequently found on pharmacy
shelves and in home medicine cabinets for family use.
In ACE Massage Cupping™, the pracitioner will administer oil or
lotion to facilitate smooth movement. The entire back may be treated,
including the neck, shoulders, middle and lower back, and sacral area.
The hip and thigh areas may also be treated, and abdominal Massage
Cupping™ feels just incredible. The technique consists of specific
movements and protocols to enable the therapist to easily facilitate
change for the client!
What is MediCupping™ therapy?
This term describes the use of incredibly versatile mechanical
equipment to perform techniques based on Massage Cupping™ practice and
theory. This equipment is more appropriate for spas, medical spas, and
medical offices. There are many reputable pieces OF equipment on the
market today for face and body contouring, and the model used for
MediCupping™ therapy has demonstrated a high level of efficacy due to
design features that allow the practitioner to customize the therapy as
well as document settings and results.
What are the benefits of ACE
Massage Cupping™ and MediCupping™ therapies? The skin will turn pink
with vigorous movements, indicating that the circulation has been
brought to the surface. Application of topical products immediately
after treatment will enable the absorption of the product deep into the
tissue. The increased local blood supply to the muscles and skin will
bring nourishment and allow for toxins to be carried away via the veins,
making these therapies wonderfully effective as an addition to a
massage, body treatment, or other therapeutic service.
An effective
application of this technique is in the treatment of cellulite. A very
light suction provides drainage, while heavier application can be used
to stimulate circulation and loosen adhesions or “dimpling.” The body
should be treated prior to a wrapping procedure to enhance the
absorption of product. Clients enjoy the warm feeling of energized
tissue being painted with soothing algae, mud or gel before being
enveloped.
The ACE Massage Cupping™ and MediCupping™ techniques include a highly
effective Face Lifting and Drainage Treatment and a Body Contouring
Cocoon treatment. Difference can be seen and felt directly after the
session, and should continue to progress for the next few days. The Face
Lifting and Drainage Treatments have produced spectacular results that
are often evident immediately after treating one half of the face. Each
successive treatment on the face and body enables the lymphatic system
to activate, and tissues to receive nourishment and hydration. What a
great treatment program for pre- and post-operative conditions!
How does this therapy feel? The sensation is truly indescribable.
People often experience deep warmth and a tingling sensation long after
the treatment has ended. The action on the nervous system is sedating
and people will often descend into a profound state of relaxation. The
presence of a deep snore is common!
People often report that the
experience stayed with them longer than most treatments, and the speed
with which these therapies effect change in texture of the tissue is
truly amazing. When used in a treatment series, the results are
cumulative. Yet even in a single treatment, a long-term physical issue
may be resolved. Applications for these techniques include body
contouring, scar tissue treatment, pre-surgery prepping and post-surgery
recovery (face and body), and more. Conditions that have responded well
include edema, cellulite, spider veins and varicosities, weight loss
issues, and many more.
What is the discoloration that occurs after some treatments? There is
a "marked" difference between Traditional Chinese Cupping and the ACE
Massage Cupping™ or MediCupping™ techniques. The marks that are commonly
left from Chinese Medical treatments are the desired result. ACE
Massage Cupping™ and MediCupping™ very rarely produce this
discoloration, called a “cup kiss” or “doo-hickey.” If this appears
during the treatment, it’s just an added bonus indicating release of
intense stagnation of body fluid and toxins in the area. This is not a
bruise and will dissipate anywhere between a few hours and a few days.
It is also unlikely that it will re-occur in the same area.
Are ACE Massage Cupping™ and MediCupping™ therapies safe? These
methods are used safely on children, adults and elderly persons. The
most common misuse of these techniques is overuse. These are intense
therapies, and impact on the body systems is significant. In particular,
children, the elderly, persons with diabetes and those on blood
thinners should be treated gently. After any ACE Massage Cupping™ or
MediCupping™ treatment, it is important to avoid exposure to excessive
heat or cold, and sufficient hydration is required to facilitate
elimination. The practitioner must take a complete assessment of
specific conditions at the time of treatment into consideration.
ACE Massage Cupping™ and MediCupping therapies are easy techniques to
do, but they are not simple. To achieve maximum results safely,
training is required. Workshops, educational DVDs and manuals are
available. A great way to determine if this therapy is appropriate for
your business is to schedule a treatment for yourself. Be sure to check
that the practitioner is certified in these modalities for the best
experience, or visit a booth at a national convention for a
demonstration!
Treat your clients to an effective and pleasurable way to regain a
healthy appearance and feeling of vitality. Just ask them….. “How fluid does your body feel?”
ANITA J. SHANNON is a Licensed Massage Therapist and a licensed
Cosmetologist since 1983, specializing in skin care, body treatments,
Clinical Aromatherapy and various modalities of massage therapy. She is a
national educator since 1990, appearing at major national Spa and
Massage conventions each year, and appeared as a co-host for four years
on the television show “Health Options Today”with Dr. Mitchell Ghen.
Anita
is the Director of Advanced Continuing Education, an NCBTMB CE
provider, and has presented numerous workshops on ACE Massage Cupping™
and MediCupping™ at national locations since creating these brands of
therapy in 2002. Anita has been published in Les Nouvelles
Esthetique-US, Massage Today and Massage Magazine. She has published
five educational videos on ACE Massage Cupping™, MediCupping™ and
TheraCupping™ and is currently writing a book on VacuTherapies™.
www.massagecupping.com www.medicupping.com
Copyright 2008 Anita J Shannon and TheraCupping™, LLC
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