noun
- Plural of cupping; instances or sessions of the therapeutic practice of applying cups to the skin to create suction for pain relief or healing.
- Plural of cupping; the action or process of forming something into the shape of a cup or holding something in cupped hands.
Usage: commonly used in traditional medicine and alternative health contexts; often refers to multiple treatment sessions
Usage: less common usage; refers to physical shaping or holding
Examples
- She scheduled several cuppings at the acupuncture clinic to treat her back pain.
- The athlete received multiple cuppings as part of his recovery routine.
- Traditional Chinese medicine practitioners often recommend cuppings for muscle tension.
- He found relief after a series of cuppings performed by a licensed therapist.
- The spa offers various cuppings and massage treatments for wellness.