5. Cupping is Quick Therapy
If you decide to visit a sports massage therapist, the experience can take up to an hour. Cupping is much faster for the same results and patients can expect the entire experience to last for around 15-minutes from start to finish.
Some therapists may charge more for a session, but they may include other services along with the cupping. Some practitioners incorporate acupuncture into the treatment, another traditional therapy that involves using long, thin needles to stimulate pressure points on the body that release tension and toxins from muscles and joints.
Before you commit to a session, ask the therapist what other services they include with cupping. The practitioner will ask you about your symptoms to get a clear idea of your current health status. Avoid any therapist that tacks on additional charges for acupuncture and other related treatments, in an attempt to get more money out of you on your visit.