Cupping Therapy Cupping Therapy MCQ 3

Question 1

What is the primary mechanism by which cupping therapy is believed to reduce pain?

Accepted Answer

Stimulating local blood flow and releasing fascial adhesions

Answer

Cupping is thought to relieve pain by increasing local circulation, loosening fascial restrictions, and promoting the release of endorphins.

Question 2

Which type of cup is most commonly used in modern sports cupping therapy?

Accepted Answer

Silicone cups

Answer

Silicone cups are popular in sports settings because they are flexible, portable, easy to clean, and allow practitioners to control suction manually without heat.

Question 3

A practitioner notices blistering on the skin after a cupping session. What does this most likely indicate?

Accepted Answer

Excessive suction applied for too long

Answer

Blistering indicates that the cup was left on too long or with too much suction, causing damage to superficial skin layers.

Question 4

What is the typical duration for leaving stationary cups on the skin in a standard session?

Accepted Answer

5–15 minutes

Answer

Standard stationary cupping is generally performed for 5 to 15 minutes to achieve therapeutic effects without causing skin damage.

Question 5

Which body region should be avoided when performing cupping on a pregnant patient?

Accepted Answer

Abdomen and lower back

Answer

The abdomen and lower back are contraindicated during pregnancy because stimulation in these areas may trigger uterine contractions.

Cupping Therapy Practice Test

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Cupping Therapy Cupping Therapy MCQ 3