Fire Cupping: Ancient Therapy with a Modern Touch

Connected Therapies: Fire Cupping can do wonders for your body during your remedial massage appointment

Fire cupping might look a little unconventional, but at Muscle Connect, it’s one of Tab’s favourite ways to help clients release deep tension and problematic areas. This traditional technique uses heated glass cups to create suction on the skin, drawing blood to the surface and encouraging your body’s natural healing response. It’s especially helpful for tight backs, sluggish circulation, and that “stuck” feeling we all get sometimes.

Muscle Connect offers fire cupping, with your consent, as part of the remedial massage session, depending on what your body needs. The process can be a gentler, surprisingly relaxing alternative, and can leave behind circular marks that fade within days—a sign that your body is doing the work. Cupping can go to work on areas that will require a lot of massage deep tissue massage.

“It is often nicer for clients who need a bit of work.

Instead of feeling pummelled by my hands for extended periods, I let the cups “pull” the body into line while I work on another area for a while.”

Curious but unsure? Not everyone needs fire cupping, but if is indicated, Tab will walk you through it with care, making sure you’re comfortable every step of the way. Fire cupping is a beautiful blend of ancient wisdom and modern recovery—and it might just be the missing piece in your wellness puzzle.

Tab’s clinic, Muscle Connect, provides remedial massage and other connected therapies. Located in South Albury, she’s been providing therapy to Albury- Wodonga residents who want to maintain good muscle health, have chronic pain, and new injuries. She’s located within the MVMNT Lab clinic with other top class local therapists.