Can I do cupping during my menstrual period?

When people have problems such as a sprained waist, cupping can also relieve symptoms. Because cupping can remove moisture from the body, many people like to do it regularly, which can make their bodies healthier. However, cupping is not suitable for everyone. If the cupping is not suitable for the right person or is performed at an inappropriate time, it may cause harm to the body.

Benefits of cupping:

1. Cupping can allow moisture and cold air in the body to penetrate through the skin tissue, thereby eliminating evil spirits and making people feel more energetic.

2. Because the body's meridians, acupoints and internal organs are all interconnected, the external suction force will stimulate the acupoints on the body's surface, and then through the tendons, bones and meridians, the internal organs of the human body will be adjusted accordingly, allowing the blood to flow smoothly and strengthening the body.

3. Cupping is also effective for local tissue damage, lumbar disc herniation and other symptoms. Long-term and regular cupping can relieve pain and alleviate symptoms.

Contraindications of cupping:

Cupping is based on the principle of thermal expansion and contraction. It requires exhaust to create negative pressure in the cup, so that the edge of the cup can only adhere to the surface of the skin, pulling the nerves, muscles, blood vessels and glands under the skin, which can cause a series of neuroendocrine reactions. However, in a weak human body, cupping has a mechanical stimulation effect on the body, which can easily lead to increased menstrual bleeding and symptoms of prolonged menstruation.

During a woman's menstrual period, cupping not only fails to achieve its intended effect, but is also detrimental to women's health. Therefore, women are advised not to cupping during their menstrual period.

Cupping does have many benefits to the human body. If conditions permit, you may as well do it regularly. However, because cupping can invigorate blood and promote blood circulation, it is best not to use cupping when there are wounds on the body or when women are menstruating, so as to avoid increased bleeding. In addition, cupping is not suitable for pregnant women.