Dry cupping: a CPD workshop

What is the course about?

Dry cupping is an ancient form of therapy that dates back to ancient Egypt and Far Eastern and Middle Eastern cultures and is now increasingly being used as part of physical therapy in the West. It works to promote improved blood flow, faster tissue healing, reduction of pain and stiffness and improved mobility. Learners will gain knowledge of the history, theory and practice of dry cupping, as well as the key benefits and contraindications, and will gain practical skills for the application of dry cupping for pain relief and various common conditions and ailments. A particular feature of this course is the inclusion of cupping approaches from both Western and Eastern points of view.

What will we cover?

- Understand the background and theory of cupping therapy
- Benefits of dry cupping therapy
- Precautions and contradictions
- How to safely and effectively apply dry cupping using different approaches
- Procedures and techniques used in both the West and the Far East for various common ailments

What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...

- Understand the theory behind cupping therapy.
- Know the contraindications and precautions to look for in a client before proceeding with treatment.
- Explain the benefits of cupping therapy, and its effects, to clients.

- Apply dry cupping safely and effectively for a range of common ailments and conditions
- Utilise different application techniques and know how to select the correct level of suction and most appropriate procedure.
- Differentiate different marks and colour/reactions in the skin and tissues during and after treatment.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

Learners must be over 19and qualified in Massage therapy or Sports massage, with a minimum of Level 3, or qualified as physiotherapists, acupuncturists, osteopaths, chiropractors or other relevant professional therapeutic modality, and seeking to add this skill to their therapeutic repertoire.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

Presentation, practical demonstration, individual, pair and small group work, practical work, and home practice. This is a practical course split over two afternoons, a week apart, to allow for practice in-between. Students must be prepared to practice on themselves and on each other, or need to bring a model willing to receive the treatment over the course of the three hours in each session.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

Students need to come in loose and comfortable clothing and be willing to expose their backs, abdomen, shoulders, arms and legs to receive cupping therapy (towels will be used to preserve modesty and shorts/underwear will be retained at all times).

The Course Handbook is included in the course cost and a small, dry cupping practice kit, towels, oils, wipes and massage tables will be provided for use during the two sessions. However, you are advised to purchase your own larger cupping kit to bring to the course and keep for practice and use afterwards with clients.

A recommended17-piece Dry Cupping kitcan be purchased from Amazon -https://amzn.to/3ElrRFH

You may also wish to purchase anextension tube -https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0FS9YP5RR

It is also recommended to bring a pen and paper for notes.

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

A range of other CPD courses for professional therapists is available such as Advanced massage using sports massage techniques, Pregnancy massage, Japanese Facial Rejuvenation, Onsite massage, Indian head massage, etc.