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My First Cupping Experience

Cupping therapy  is a form of  alternative medicine  in which a local suction is created on the skin. Cupping has been characterized as a  pseudoscience . [1]  There is no solid evidence that it has any health benefits, and there are severe concerns it may be harmful to the epidermal, circulation and nervous system. Resource: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cupping_therapy   Today I had my first cupping experience at Well Kneaded Massage Therapy & Skin Care located in Fort Myers, Florida.  One of the members at MAX'D Out Fitness Center whom also worked part time at the fitness center with me. Katie is a massage therapist and a cupping therapist. I heard of cupping, done my research, and had seen photos. I knew I would have marks. I was a bit nervous and excited to experience cupping.  Last year I tried acupuncture. As a Mind-Body Wellness Practitioner,  I love alternative methods such as massage, cupping, acupuncture, reiki, cry...