Bamboo cupping kit with 3 bamboo cups in different sizes.

3 Bamboo cups:
- 1 cup Ø3.5cm
- 1 cup Ø4.2cm
- 1 cup Ø5.3cmUsage instructions:
Bamboo cups, unlike glass cups, are unbreakable, lightweight, economical and easy to place.
This is a traditional method, but they present a drawback regarding sterilization due to the porosity of bamboo.
They can be boiled in hot water with herbs. Bamboo, thanks to its absorption properties, will retain the active ingredients of these plants. Once applied to the skin, the benefits of the herbs and the cups are combined.
For example, boil bamboo cups with eucalyptus leaves and apply them to the chest in case of a cold.
An essential complement to enhance the effectiveness of massage: their therapeutic action relieves pain, tonifies energy, releases tension and soothes the joints. Their simplicity and effectiveness make them an excellent ally to fight pain and stimulate energetic circulation. This practice contributes to the patient’s well-being.

The application of this type of cup requires the use of a flame Cupping igniter: Ref. J527 ()

Thanks to their strong suction action, bamboo cups bring to the surface (YANG) what lies in depth (YIN).

Their use increases blood circulation, raises skin temperature, stimulates tissue metabolism and improves the function of sweat and sebaceous glands.

They are mentioned in the Bo Shu (ancient silk manuscript) discovered in a Han dynasty tomb (202-221), containing the oldest writings on the use of cupping.
A Chinese proverb says:
“Acupuncture and cupping cure more than half of all diseases.”

Cupping is recommended for treating the Five Evils, pain, Bi syndromes, digestive, circulatory and respiratory disorders, certain skin conditions such as boils and eczema, Wind attacks (facial paralysis), muscle weakness, high blood pressure (HTA) and common colds.

They are particularly effective when the pathogen is located on the surface, in the body’s superficial external energy (BIAN) or in the Wei Qi (defense – protection).

A massage oil may be applied as a complement to facilitate use on smaller areas or for the “moving cup” technique.
The principles of cupping are based on detoxification through “opening the pores.” Cupping brings external pathogens to the surface. This technique is used worldwide. Hippocrates, Vulpes and Galen mentioned it… Egyptians and even our grandmothers used cups for bronchitis, for example.

Applications:
- Abdominal pain (digestive, gynecological causes)
- Back pain (upper back, lower back, sciatica)
- Constipation (cold-type, heat-type)
- Frequent colds and flu (wind / wind-cold / heat)

This is a traditional method and presents a sterilization issue due to the porosity of bamboo.
They can be boiled in water with herbs, and bamboo will retain the active ingredients. Once applied to the skin, the benefits of dry cupping and herbs are combined.
For example, boil cups with eucalyptus leaves and apply them to the chest in case of a cold.
Even if their use is traditional, they present a drawback regarding sterilization because of bamboo’s porosity.

Indications:
Warms and unblocks the Meridians
Dispels Cold-Damp
Activates Qi and Blood
Reduces swelling and relieves pain
Massage
Back pain
Muscle pains
Neck pain
Injuries from physical exertion
Chiropractic
Physiotherapeutic.