Cupping | Strive PT

What is cupping?

Cupping is used to treat soft tissue conditions and musculoskeletal tension, pain and sports injuries. During cupping, your physical therapist puts special cups on your skin for 5-20 minutes to create suction on the skin, muscles and fascia. It can help with pain, inflammation, blood flow, relaxation, overall wellbeing and as a form of deep-tissue massage.

What are the benefits?

Cupping is a soft tissue therapy that encourages healing. The benefits include relaxation, reduced inflammation and pain, faster muscle recovery, increased blood flow and increased overall wellbeing.

"When I first arrived at Strive I was in so much pain. Now I feel 100% better thanks to the therapists here at Strive. I’ve been at three other physical therapy clinics, but Strive is the best with really good results. I will refer anyone experiencing pain to Strive. I feel great, plus they have great customer service."