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Cupping Therapy: Restore Balance, Relieve Pain, and Support Natural Detox

Ancient Healing for Modern Pain & Inflammation

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Cupping therapy may look ancient—and it is—but its healing potential is more relevant today than ever.Used for over 3,000 years across Egyptian, Chinese, Greek, and Middle Eastern traditions, cupping is now a trusted tool in modern wellness and recovery care.

From elite athletes to those with chronic fatigue or inflammation, many turn to cupping to boost circulation, reduce tension, and support detoxification—naturally and gently. Here’s how cupping works, and why it might just be the missing piece in your wellness routine.

1. Boosts Circulation and Speeds Up Recovery

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  • Relieves tight muscles and physical tension
  • Speeds recovery after workouts or injury
  • Reduces inflammation and stiffness

Improves range of motion and mobility

2. Gently Supports Natural Detox and Lymph Flow

  • Less bloating or puffiness
  • More energy and better skin tone
  • Reduced swelling and inflammation
  • Stronger immune resilience

3. Provides Natural Relief from Chronic Pain and Fatigue

  • Neck and shoulder tension
  • Migraines or tension headaches
  • Sciatica and nerve pain
  • Fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue

4. Customizable Techniques for Your Unique Needs

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  • Dry cupping – Simple suction, no incisions
  • Wet cupping (Hijama) – Involves light incisions to draw small amounts of blood
  • Fire cupping – Traditional method using flame to create vacuum
  • Silicone or magnetic cupping – More dynamic and gentle applications

Our provider will personalize the technique based on your condition, comfort, and goals.

5. Calms the Nervous System and Promotes Emotional Wellbeing

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  • Deeper, more restful sleep
  • Reduced anxiety and mental fog
  • Elevated mood and vitality
  • Relief from stress-related symptoms

6. Personalized, Professional, and Safe

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Pre-session tips:

  • Hydrate well
  • Eat a light meal
  • Wear loose, comfortable clothing

Post-session care:

  • Continue hydrating
  • Avoid alcohol, caffeine, and strenuous activity for 24 hours
  • Expect temporary circular marks as your body increases circulation

7. How Often Should You Get Cupping?

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  • For maintenance: once or twice a month
  • For chronic pain or detox: weekly or biweekly sessions may be helpful at first

A trained provider will help you determine the right plan for your body and healing journey.

8. Why Cupping Works: A Holistic Approach to Healing

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  • Stimulates blood flow and tissue repair
  • Enhances lymphatic drainage and detox pathways
  • Eases physical and emotional tension
  • Boosts your body’s own healing capacity

Your Body Is Connected. So Is Your Healing.

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Cupping is part of a broader functional medicine approach—one that sees the body as a connected, intelligent system. Whether you’re dealing with inflammation, fatigue, pain, or simply want to optimize your health, we’re here to guide you with care and expertise.

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Article Written By

Richard Koffler, MD

NPI Number- 1467557264
  • Dr. Koffler is a Physiatrist, specializing in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.
  • Graduated from the Sackler School of Medicine at Tel Aviv University in 1993 Dr. Koffler completed a one-year internship in internal medicine at Roosevelt Hospital in New York City.
  • Residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the Rusk Institute at NYU Medical Center in New York City. Board certified in 1998.
  • Trained in acupuncture at Helms Medical Institute at UCLA His medical practice incorporates proven conventional western medicine integrating eastern alternative practices.
  • Medical Director of several medical clinics in NYC, Stamford CT, and Miami Beach, FL.
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