"This book provides a step-by-step guide to modern vacuum therapy, which stems from an ancient healing technique that creates suction and negative pressure through the use of both stationary and moving cups on the skin. A form of alternative medicine, the cups create suction that helps with pain, inflammation and blood flow, and can provide relief for sciatica and sinus congestion. More than 200 photos and full colour pages make it easy to follow the author's instructions."-- Provided by publisher.

The history of cupping and vacuum therapies -- How cupping affects the body -- Therapeutic benefits on the body systems -- Assessing the skin after treatment -- safe cupping -- Proper equipment -- Using cups in treatment -- Basic applications for common conditions: therapist and self-care options -- Therapeutic cupping for lymphatic drainage -- Advanced applications.