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Melt Away Knots with Heat Wave Cupping Therapy

  • Writer: Natolie Bester
    Natolie Bester
  • Dec 16, 2021
  • 4 min read

Experience a unique blend of modalities as Warm Himalayan Salt Stones Prepare your Tissue for the healing benefits of Dynamic Cupping to fully revive and restore flow of blood and energy through your tissues, all while creating a relaxing state for mind and body. The Baguanfa Silicone Cups are excellent to increase blood flow, decrease muscle tension, alleviate trigger points, assist in myofascial release and naturally increase muscle mobility. Useful in treating various sports injuries and help increase the flow of the lymphatic system. They can be strategically placed on muscles where a client is experiencing restricted range of motion. Once applied, the client may be asked to actively move through certain range of motion or have the practitioner passively move through the restricted movements.



What is Heat Wave Cupping Therapy?

HeatWave Cupping Therapy is a modified version of the common practice of traditional cupping therapy with the addition of initial tissue release bodywork with hot stones. The Himalayan Salt Stones are heated then moved over the affected area with different techniques to warm, soften, loosen and relax any tightness to allow the affected area to take in the effects of further treatments much easily and also to calm the mind down to allow the body to rest and recover as much as possible during the entire course of treatment. Once the tissue is adequately warmed the affected area receives dynamic cupping.


Tip:

Stagnant tissues are much less sensitive to touch if they can first be warmed with the soothing heat. In fact, Himalayan salt stones, when heated, release positive ions that balance the negative ions. The therapeutic benefits of Himalayan salt stone massages are undeniable, and we guarantee you will feel the difference.




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Dynamic Cupping Therapy

Also known as slide or glide cupping, differs from traditional dry, wet and flash cupping. With dynamic cupping, the suction is created by depressing and then releasing a medical grade silicone cup. Then it is pulled over the skin with the use of massage oil.

Dynamic cupping treats all the same issues as traditional cupping and has been said to be even more beneficial for lasting myofascial release than its traditional counterpart.

This therpay is performed with Bagaunfa Silicone Cups. Stubborn conditions that may have been present for decades are easily resolved with Cupping.

Nothing works better at opening up and releasing joints, connective tissue and muscles than the use of negative pressure and movement. Also occurring along the fascia are Trigger Points. Trigger Points are twisted bundles of fascia that are extremely sensitive to palpation and feel like tough, dense knots along the muscle.

Trigger Points cause injuries over time because they break up the normal structure and operation of the fascia. With negative pressure, the fascia is gently stretched and unwinds without the discomfort of force.


Another benefit of Negative Pressure Massage is that it really feels great. The pulling action engages the parasympathetic nervous system, thus allowing a deep relaxation to move through the entire body. It is not unusual to fall asleep when receiving this treatment. Clients are surprised at how relaxed, warm and light they feel – hours... sometimes even days afterwards.



Himalayan Salt Stone Massage Himalayan Salt Stone Massage provides all of the benefits of Traditional Hot Stone Massage and more. The Himalayan Salt stones are 100% pure pink Himalayan salt that is mined from the Himalayan Mountains in Pakistan through socially and environmentally responsible methods. The stones are hand-carved and are smooth, but not as smooth as Basalt stones which results in gentle exfoliation, thereby promoting smoother and softer skin. During the massage, the skin and muscle tissue absorb the 84 minerals that are inherent in the Himalayan Salt Stones. It is widely known that magnesium has a relaxing effect on stressed muscles, ligaments, and tendons. The absorption of these minerals can help balance skin conditions and support a healthy immune system. Massage in itself is detoxifying since it increases the circulation of blood and lymph throughout the body. It is believed that the minerals in the Himalayan Salt Stones aid in further eliminating toxins, making the detoxification even more effective.


Himalayan Salt Stones emit negative ions (especially when heated), which assist in neutralizing positively charged free radicals that can be responsible for chronic inflammation in the body. Himalayan Salt Stone massage can assist in balancing the body’s electromagnetic field. Every day we are exposed to electronic devices, cellphones, TV’s, computers, and microwaves, which can disrupt the natural energy flow within our bodies. Stress, fatigue, and a suppressed immune system can result from constant exposure to this electromagnetic radiation.


Unlike the Basalt Stones used in Traditional Hot Stone Massage, the Himalayan Salt Stones are heated in a salt crystal bowl LED lamp (using little electricity), without water (as water would degrade the stones over time). Since water is not used in heating or cleaning them, this makes the Himalayan Salt Stone Massage a more eco-friendly treatment. As the stones are heated in the lamp, they emit negative ions to reduce oxidative stress in the treatment room and purify the air. Himalayan Salt Stones retain heat especially well and do not become scorching hot, as Basalt Stones immersed in water can. It is usually necessary to cool down the Basalt Stones for several minutes after removing them from the crockpot to ensure that they will not burn the client’s skin.


Himalayan Salt is naturally antimicrobial and antibacterial due to its iodine content. This makes it ideal for massage since it helps remove any bacteria on your skin that could cause future breakouts. Even though the stones are inherently antibacterial, it is still necessary to wipe them down with an EPA registered disinfectant.

Any type of hot stone massage can be safely experienced by the majority of people, but there are some contraindications. People who are affected by the following should not receive a hot stone massage: uncontrolled high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, neuropathy (decreased pain sensitivity), taking blood thinners, broken/irritated skin, recent surgery or car accident, and pregnancy.



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