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Qi Stagnation

scar treatment: Using light movement cupping over scars that have sealed and mostly healed can be very effective for realigning the collagen fibers in the scar, and reducing the hardness. This can increase mobility and circulation locally. Scars in general cut through and distort the channels, so location of the scar can be important.  Checking to see if there are distortions elsewhere in the channel, and recognizing the impact of the surrounding area by feeling the restrictions as you cup the surrounding area.

Contraindication is a new scar that has not fully sealed. Recommended wait time of 3 months or longer if it is a large, deep incision… cupping will be useful later, its not necessary to treat immediately

aches and pains: Cupping helps to reduce aches and pains by increasing local circulation and blood flow. It is helpful in many pain conditions; however a thorough health history is always recommended.

limited and painful movement: Cupping can be very helpful for limited and painful movement; however, it is important to find out of there is a physical barrier or injury causing the limitation. Proper range of motion testing should rule out physical injury.

There is no disputing the classics of TCM who seem to concur that cupping is the most effective tool at moving Qi and Blood. 

Last updated 17 Nov 2022.

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