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Why in the USSR patients were prescribed "cups", but now they are not used: benefit or harm
13.08.2024 08:48
Modern people never cease to be amazed at what could be cured by cupping glasses placed on the backs of patients.
It is worth recognizing that this is not traditional medicine, but alternative medicine, which is no longer practiced.
Is it possible to cure anything with this therapy? The Telegram channel “Iodine” reports.
Operating principle
The theory is based on the idea that by being attached to the skin, the cup increases the blood flow, which should cleanse the affected part of the body from inflammation.
This method was practiced not only in the USSR, but also in Chinese medicine, as well as in the history of Egypt, Persia and other ancient states.
Cupping didn't disappear with the collapse of the Soviet Union. In 2016, Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps was spotted with cupping marks. Competitors have adopted the method, hoping it will speed up the recovery process.
What can be cured
Cupping is believed to help with lower back and neck pain, migraines, digestive problems, bronchitis, pneumonia, asthma, hypertension and other diseases, including cellulite.
But there is almost no scientific evidence of the effectiveness of cupping therapy. And those that do exist are not particularly meaningful.
Can it cause harm?
There is no direct evidence that cupping is harmful. However, side effects have been found.
Glass jars can cause bruising, dizziness, nausea, and even scarring or burns if the edges are overheated.
When prescribed for psoriasis or eczema, they may worsen the condition.
There is also a high probability of increased sweating.
Therefore, before you take the jars out of the closet, ask your doctor whether they will harm you and whether it is worth using this rarity at all.
