About Herbal cupping
Herbal cupping is employed when stiffness and aching occurs, usually in the neck and shoulders (common cold, asthma and cough), caused by external factors such as Cold, Damp and Wind attacking the body. This method requires bamboo cups, a deep pan, water, metal clamps, fire and herbs in a prescription from a traditional medicine practitioner. The herbs and bamboo cups are immersed in with water in a deep pan, boiled, then simmered for 30 minutes before applying.