01/22/2026
🔥 Fire Cupping
What it is:
Fire cupping uses heat (a flame briefly placed inside the cup) to create suction before the cup is applied to the skin.
Benefits:
• Strong, deep suction
• Excellent for chronic tightness, adhesions, and deep remembering tissue
• Promotes blood flow and lymphatic drainage
Best for:
• Athletes
• Long-standing muscle knots
• Deep tissue work
What it feels like:
Warm, intense suction (not painful when done properly)
💨 Air (Pump) Cupping (What I do)
What it is:
Air cupping uses a manual pump to create suction—no heat involved.
Benefits:
• Adjustable, controlled pressure
• Great for sensitive clients
• Ideal for moving cups (glide cupping)
Best for:
• First-time cupping clients
• Relaxation & recovery
• Post-workout soreness
What it feels like:
Gentle to moderate suction with more control
⚖️ Quick Comparison
• Fire cupping = deeper, traditional, heat-based
• Air cupping = controlled, modern, no flame
• Both improve circulation, reduce tension, and support recovery
