Cupping therapy is not suitable for everyone. There are risks associated with performing cupping therapies individuals with the following conditions.
You must inform your massage therapist/practitioner if you have any of the following conditions which may make cupping contraindicated or may require your therapist/practitioner to alter the treatment.
- Bruises
- Pregnancy
- Diabetes
- Inflammatory skin conditions
- Open wounds, sores, or thinning skin
- Hypotension or Hypertension
- Cancer (with or without treatment)
- Varicose veins
- Under the influence of drugs or alcohol
- Blood clots)
- Cardiovascular disease
- Neuropathy
- Autoimmune condition (MS, Lupus, RA, etc.)
- Peripheral vascular disease
- Heat sensitivity
- Compromised immune system
- Edema or Lymphedema
- Blood thinning medications Client's Release