Are Suction Cups Dangerous?
Most Experts Agree That Cupping Is Safe. as Long as Those Treated Don't Mind the Circular Discolorations (Which Fade over a Number of Days or Weeks), Side...
Most experts agree that cupping is safe. As long as those treated don't mind the circular discolorations (which fade over a number of days or weeks), side effects tend to be limited to the pinch experienced during skin suction.
What are the side effects of cupping?
- Burns from heated cups.
- Fatigue.
- Headaches.
- Muscle tension or soreness.
- Nausea.
- Skin infections, itching or scarring.
Is cupping dangerous to do at home?
“As the therapy involves heat, burns can be an unintended consequence, especially if not performed correctly or by a registered practitioner,” Mr Seifman said. “Our study identified that of those who sustained burn injuries from cupping procedures, all injuries were accidental, and most occurred at home.
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