Cupping works as a reversed massage, where instead of applying pressure, a vacuum is created which lifts the skin and connective tissue. This increases blood circulation, lymph circulation and reduces stagnation. This way, cupping can affect the body’s own healing and recovery ability. As with all traditional alternative treatment methods, you can’t make any direct health claims, so try it for yourself and see how it affects you. After all, there must a reason why cupping has been used for thousands of years and has been spread throughout the world.