Instructions for Use
Select a cupping jar of appropriate size and assume a comfortable body position. Lift the piston at the top of the selected jar slightly to ensure proper airflow. Gently place the nozzle of the vacuum pump gun over the piston at the top of the jar, then rapidly pull the pump handle vertically several times until the skin within the cupping area rises visibly (cupping intensity should be adjusted to a level the patient can comfortably tolerate). Once the jar is firmly suctioned to the body surface, gently twist the vacuum pump nozzle left and right while pulling it backward to detach it; then, lightly press down on the jar's piston to prevent air leakage. To end the treatment, simply lift the piston at the top of the jar. Each treatment session should last 10 minutes. For body areas where self-cupping is difficult (such as the spine or lower back), an extension tube connector may be used.
Related Information
1. Select acupoints based on the specific medical condition; refer to the provided acupoint reference chart for guidance. Acupoints located along the anterior and posterior midline of the torso-specifically those on the *Ren* (Conception) and *Du* (Governing) meridians-are considered single points. All other acupoints are arranged symmetrically; during treatment, bilateral (paired) points should be selected. When selecting points, you may group the recommended acupoints into two sets and alternate between using one set per day.
2. Select an appropriate cupping jar and assume a comfortable body position (options include sitting, supine/lying on the back, lateral/lying on the side, or prone/lying on the stomach).
3. Lift the piston at the top of the selected cupping jar slightly to ensure proper airflow.
4. Gently place the nozzle of the vacuum pump gun over the piston at the top of the jar, then rapidly pull the pump handle vertically several times until the skin inside the jar rises visibly (cupping intensity should be adjusted to a level the patient can comfortably tolerate).
5. For body areas where direct cupping is difficult (such as the spine or lower back), an extension tube connector may be used. Installation method for the connector: First, connect the larger end of the connecting rod at one end of the tube to the large opening of the spare front nozzle attachment; then, connect the smaller end of the connecting rod at the other end of the tube to the nozzle of the vacuum pump gun, creating a single integrated unit. Next, fit the front nozzle attachment over the piston-equipped end of the cupping jar, and finally, place the cupping jar onto the specific body area requiring treatment.
6. Once the cupping jar is firmly suctioned to the body surface, gently twist the vacuum pump nozzle left and right while pulling it backward to detach it; then, lightly press down on the jar's piston to prevent air leakage.
7. To end the treatment, simply lift the piston at the top of the jar. 8. After use, the cupping devices should be routinely wiped down with a disinfectant solution or an alcohol swab. Do not soak, boil, or subject them to high-temperature sterilization.
9. If a vacuum cannot be established during a cupping session, please check the following: ensure the rubber stopper inside the cup forms a tight seal; verify that the connection between the vacuum pump and the cup is not overly tight; confirm that the pump and cup are aligned vertically; and ensure that excessive pressure is not being applied to the skin while operating the pump.
