Lauren Warner Acupuncture Syracuse, IN

Guasha

Guasha is a healing technique that involves the cutaneous
stimulation of the skin using a smooth-edged
instrument. This results in increased circulation,
and improvement of pain and stiffness. This technique is excellent for tight muscles and trigger points.

Cupping

Cupping is an ancient technique in which
a special cup is applied to the skin and held in place
by suction. The cups can be left in place or moved
along the body. Cupping is used for pain relief
and musculoskeletal injuries, such as strains,
sprains and inflammation.  Traditional cupping, sometimes referred to as “fire cupping," uses heat to create a vacuum-like suction inside of glass cups. In modern times, cups that use a small pump to create suction have also been introduced.

Heat Therapy

Moist hot packs are used to help relax tight muscles and increase blood flow to certain areas of the body.  These hot packs are stored in very hot water (140-160 degrees F) and are wrapped in 6-8 towel layers to protect the skin.  Hot packs are kept on the area anywhere between 5-15 minutes and then removed. It's normal to have some redness on the skin afterwards, but that will subside within a few hours.