How Cupping Therapy Helps Musculoskeletal Pain and Rehabilitation | Chiropractor Near Me in Porter Ranch

Presented by Dr. Masoud Shamaeizadeh — Soft Touch Chiropractic, Porter Ranch, CA

If you’ve ever wondered why elite athletes and physical therapy patients alike have round marks on their backs or shoulders, you’ve likely seen the results of cupping therapy — an ancient healing technique that’s finding new life in modern rehabilitation clinics.
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At Soft Touch Chiropractic in Porter Ranch, we integrate cupping therapy as a natural way to reduce muscle tension, promote circulation, and support recovery from musculoskeletal pain and sports injuries.

🔹 What Is Cupping Therapy?
Cupping therapy uses gentle suction created by special cups placed on the skin. This suction lifts the soft tissues and increases local blood flow — much like a vacuum draws circulation into tight, oxygen-starved muscles.
Think of it as a form of “reverse massage”: instead of pressing into the muscle, the cup lifts the fascia and soft tissues, helping release stiffness and adhesions that may restrict movement.

🔹 How Cupping Helps in Musculoskeletal Pain and Rehab Scientific studies have shown that cupping therapy may help with several musculoskeletal conditions including neck pain, low back pain, shoulder stiffness, and joint soreness.
A 2023 systematic review and meta-analysis of 72 clinical trials found that cupping therapy can significantly reduce pain and improve function in patients with chronic musculoskeletal pain — though most benefits occur in the short term (2–8 weeks).
Source: PubMed ID 40151111
Another review focusing on low back pain (11 trials, 921 participants) found high-quality evidence that cupping improves pain intensity and mobility compared with no treatment or standard care — making it a useful adjunct in rehabilitation programs.
Source: PubMed ID 38184285
Clinical Benefits May Include:

• Reduced pain and muscle tension
• Improved joint flexibility and mobility
• Better local circulation and lymphatic flow
• Decreased myofascial adhesions and trigger points
• Support for faster recovery after sports or strain injuries

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🔹 The Science Behind the SuctionResearchers suggest several mechanisms explaining how cupping helps tissue recovery:

1. Increased local blood flow improves oxygen and nutrient delivery to healing tissues.
2. Mechanical stretching of fascia helps break up adhesions and improve movement.
3. Activation of the body’s natural anti-inflammatory pathways, including the heme-oxygenase (HO-1) system.
4. Pain-gate control and nervous system regulation, reducing the brain’s perception of pain.

While more research is needed, these effects align with what clinicians observe daily — improved muscle relaxation, pain relief, and mobility after cupping sessions.

🔹 Integrating Cupping into RehabilitationAt Soft Touch Chiropractic, we use cupping therapy as a supportive technique within a comprehensive rehabilitation plan. For conditions such as:

• Sprained ankles or knee strain
• Tendon and ligament recovery
• Postural imbalances
• Low back and neck pain
• Shoulder impingement or stiffness

Cupping is combined with chiropractic adjustments, joint mobilization, therapeutic stretching, and neuromuscular retraining — to enhance recovery, not replace it.

🔹 What to Expect During a SessionA typical cupping session lasts 10–15 minutes. You may feel a gentle pulling sensation as suction lifts the skin and underlying tissues. Temporary circular marks are normal and fade in a few days.
Most patients describe the experience as deeply relaxing — almost like a “tension release” for the muscles.

🔹 Is Cupping Therapy Safe? When performed by trained professionals, cupping therapy is generally safe. Mild redness or bruising may occur temporarily. We avoid treatment over broken skin, varicose veins, or if you’re on blood-thinning medication.

🔹 The Takeaway Cupping therapy is more than an ancient healing art — it’s a modern rehabilitation tool that helps patients move better, feel better, and heal faster. When integrated into a chiropractic or physical therapy plan, it can accelerate recovery from musculoskeletal injuries and reduce chronic pain naturally.

🌟 Experience Cupping Therapy in Porter Ranch, CA
​If you’re searching for “chiropractor near me” or want to try cupping therapy for pain relief and rehabilitation, visit Soft Touch Chiropractic in Porter Ranch.
Let Dr. Masoud Shamaeizadeh and his team help you restore balance, reduce pain, and renew your body’s natural healing potential.
📞 Call (818) 831-0100 or visit www.porterranchchiropractic.net to schedule your appointment today!