HULSEY CUPPING THERAPY
At Hulsey Physical Therapy, we help patients in Commerce and Greenville, TX through cupping therapy techniques. Cupping therapy is a specialized treatment technique used to reduce muscle tension, improve circulation, and support healing for patients. The process involves the application of suction cups to the skin, creating negative pressure that helps lift soft tissue, increase blood flow, and promote natural recovery processes. This technique is often incorporated into a comprehensive physical therapy plan to enhance mobility and reduce pain.
Patients who receive Hulsey cupping therapy often report decreased muscle tightness, improved range of motion, and faster recovery following injury or overuse. While temporary skin discoloration may occur, cupping is a safe and evidence-informed technique when performed by trained physical therapists. At Hulsey Physical Therapy, cupping therapy is applied thoughtfully and strategically to support your goals and help you return to daily activities with greater comfort and confidence.
What is Dry Needling?
Cupping therapy is an ancient form of alternative medicine in which a therapist puts special cups on your skin for a few minutes to create suction. People get it for many purposes, including to help with pain, inflammation, blood flow, relaxation and well-being, and as a type of deep-tissue massage. The cupping technique can be used in conjunction with acupuncture or dry needling. Cupping pulls blood to a region to stimulate healing. It is effective at stretching tight fascia and muscles. Cupping helps the tissue develop new blood flow and causes anti-inflammatory chemicals in the body. This is a popular treatment among athletes, seen by the circular bruising in most professional sports.
What Does Cupping Therapy Treat?
Cupping therapy is especially effective for addressing tight muscles, fascial restrictions, and areas of limited movement. The suction created by the cups helps separate layers of tissue, allowing for improved mobility and reduced stiffness. When combined with therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, and other modalities, cupping therapy can help prepare the body for movement and improve overall treatment outcomes.
Cupping therapy is proven to help conditions such as:
- Muscle tightness and spasm
- Myofascial pain and fascial restrictions
- Chronic neck and back pain
- Shoulder pain and rotator cuff–related conditions
- Hip pain and gluteal muscle tightness
- Knee pain related to muscle or soft tissue restrictions
- Low back pain associated with muscle tension
- Sports-related muscle soreness and overuse injuries
- Post-exercise muscle recovery and delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS)
- Postural-related pain and stiffness
- Scar tissue restrictions following injury or surgery
- Tendinitis and soft tissue irritation
- Repetitive stress injuries
- Limited range of motion due to soft tissue restrictions
Cupping therapy is most effective when soft tissue tightness or fascial restrictions are contributing to pain or movement limitations and is commonly combined with therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, and other modalities for optimal outcomes.
Hulsey Physical Therapy is proud to be part of the H2 Health network, a nationwide family of rehabilitation clinics committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. By being backed by H2 Health, Hulsey benefits from shared clinical expertise, advanced continuing education, and access to innovative treatment approaches that elevate the patient experience. This connection allows the team to combine the personalized attention of a local clinic with the strength, resources, and support of a larger organization, ensuring patients receive consistent, evidence-based care designed to help them recover stronger and maintain long-term wellness.
