A practical guide to using cupping therapy safely and effectively
Beautifully illustrated and thoroughly researched, this book explains how to use a variety of cupping techniques to treat a multitude of issues such as muscle tension, skin conditions or high blood pressure. Blending traditional medicine with practical advice, it is ideal for massage therapists, physiotherapists and beauty therapists everywhere.
Cupping therapy is a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) technique that has been used for thousands of years as a highly effective treatment for a variety of conditions, including skin conditions and musculoskeletal complaints. Many bodyworkers are very interested in learning about how to use Cupping Therapy within their own specialties, and this book is for them.
Drawing on 40 years of expertise, Ilkay Chirali provides a wealth of information on cupping for those without TCM knowledge, covering safety information, equipment and the different variations of cupping and their best uses. Beautifully illustrated with over 120 full-colour photos, it empowers physiotherapists, massage therapists, sports medicine professionals and beauty therapists to add cupping therapy to their toolbox of techniques.
“Ilkay Chirali is a fountain of knowledge within the field of traditional Chinese medicine, and with this latest book he has introduced and brought the techniques and benefits of cupping therapy to sports physiotherapists such as myself - we now use it regularly with our players as part of their overall recovery process from exercise.”
-- Alastair Thrush, Head of Medical Services, Charlton Athletic Football Club
As a wholistic practitioner and faciast I am thrilled this book has been written by the brilliant and talented IlkayChirali. It gives a practical and concise understanding of the wonders of cupping for the practitioner who wishes to fine-tune their techniques in this amazing healing modality. -- Marie Reynolds, Noetic Therapist and Facialist
The wisdom shared in this book by Ilkay Chirali, a leading cupping practitioner and a teacher, provides the necessary practical and theoretical knowledge for safe and effective cupping application. As a regular cupping therapy receiver myself, I know only too well the benefits it gives me before and after I run! -- Asim Dilaver, Sports Teacher and Trainer
Ilkay Chirali has practiced Cupping therapy for almost 40 years, and has taught at many schools of traditional Chinese medicine around the world. He lives in Kent, UK.
Cupping therapy is a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) technique that has been used for thousands of years as a highly effective treatment for a variety of conditions, including skin conditions and musculoskeletal complaints. Many bodyworkers are very interested in learning about how to use Cupping Therapy within their own specialties, and this book is for them. Drawing on 40 years of expertise, Ilkay C hirali provides a wealth of information on cupping for those without TCM knowledge, covering safety information, equipment and the different variations of cupping and their best uses. Beautifully illustrated with over 120 full-colour photos, it empowers physiotherapists, massage therapists, sports medicine professionals and beauty therapists to add cupping therapy to their toolbox of techniques. Market: Physiotherapists, massage therapists, sports medicine professionals and beauty therapists, as well as students of massage therapy and physiotherapy.
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