Fire cupping Therapy to relieve muscle tension, improve overall blood flow and promote cell repair.
Dr. Lin Dan Zhu provides effective and high-quality fire cupping treatment. Her goal is to make the patients feel amazing through the core services of fire cupping, acupuncture, gua-sha and moxibustion. Call (415) 419-5574 or Book an appointment online.
Fire cupping is a method used in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Fire cupping uses fire to create a partial vacuum in bamboo or glass jars, which are then placed on the skin.
Common conditions fire cupping treats:
- Stomachache
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Cough
- Common cold
- Asthma
- Low back pain
- Arthritis
- Painful menstruation
FAQ
We often incorporate cupping therapy into your acupuncture session without an additional fee. If you would like a longer cupping therapy session, we offer a 45 min session for $100.
No, cupping therapy should only be performed by someone who has been trained in this modality. Licensed acupuncturists are experts in performing cupping therapy because not only are they trained thoroughly to do it safely and effectively, they also are equipped with knowledge of acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Cupping therapy helps to open up the meridians in your body to release stagnation. Cupping therapy provides pain relief, reduces painful trigger points, improves blood and lymph circulation, and promotes mobility. Individuals with bronchitis, asthma, congestion, common cold, arthritis, and gastrointestinal disorders can also benefit from cupping therapy.
ABOUT Dr. Lin Dan Zhu ND, LAc, Dipl. OM
Naturopathic Doctor, Functional Medicine Practitioner
Licensed Acupuncturist, Chinese Herbalist
Licensed Acupuncturist, Chinese Herbalist
Dr. Lin Dan Zhu is a California licensed naturopathic doctor, functional medicine practitioner, acupuncturist, and Chinese herbalist, who genuinely cares about you because she understands what it feels like to go from one doctor to another doctor and not able to get answers and solutions that don’t require taking numerous prescription pills and supplements.
Dr. Zhu’s Specialty
- Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine (California License No. ND1126)
- Completed CNME-accredited Naturopathic Residency Program
- Licensed Acupuncturist (California License No. AC19068)
- National Board Certified and Designated Diplomate of Oriental Medicine – The National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM)