Cupping

While it’s been around for over 5,000 years, this therapy has gained popularity in recent decades in the manual therapy world. You may have seen many high profile athletes, such as Michael Phelps, with the distinctive reddish circles it can leave (don’t worry- they go away!). Cupping uses suction applied to an area which increases blood flow. This promotes reduced inflammation and increased relaxation by encouraging healing and releasing tension in the affected areas. It can help with various types of pain including muscle soreness, joint discomfort, and chronic pain. Schedule with Dr. Nelson to see how this therapy could help you!