Based on the ancient art of cupping used in Traditional Chinese Medicine, the Bellabaci massage uses soft silicone cups. The cups are hand squeezed, creating a gentle suction on the surface of the body and are moved by the therapist in a gliding sequence which provides without any of the intense suction and bruising caused by tradition glass cupping therapy.
Our health and wellbeing are totally reliant on the movement of blood, Ki (energy), and body fluids. Oriental Medicine teaches us that all dis-ease is due to stagnation of these systems This stagnation can result from injury, stress, low energy, and just from being run-down from our busy, multi-tasking lifestyles.
This slow and relaxing massage helps the body detoxify itself. It combines deep tissue, Swedish and lymphatic drainage techniques to reach ultimate healing in shorter times. The mechanism it uses draws blood from the arteries to the capillaries encouraging the elimination of toxins. It is not an irritant to the skin. It draws inflammation out but does not add to it.
A deep warm and tingling sensation is often experienced during and for some time after the treatment. Its sedating effect on the nervous system can often produce a profound state of well-being and relaxation
This wonderful ancient technique has found its place in the modern therapy world. Through creating suction and negative pressure, the massage will drain excess fluids and toxins, loosen adhesions, lift the connective tissue and enhance blood flow to muscles and skin.
