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Question 1

A practitioner notices a client's cupping mark remains dark purple for more than two weeks. This most likely suggests:

Accepted Answer

Possible underlying circulatory deficiency or severe stagnation

Answer

Marks persisting beyond 10–14 days may indicate poor circulation, severe qi/blood stagnation, or an underlying health condition that warrants client referral.

Question 2

Which muscle group is MOST commonly targeted with sliding cupping along the paraspinal region?

Accepted Answer

Erector spinae

Answer

The erector spinae run parallel to the spine and are the primary paraspinal muscles addressed with sliding cupping to relieve back tension and fascial adhesions.

Question 3

What is the primary physiological reason that cupping may reduce delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS)?

Accepted Answer

It increases local blood and lymphatic flow, accelerating metabolite clearance

Answer

Enhanced circulation from cupping promotes removal of lactic acid and inflammatory mediators while delivering oxygen and nutrients, which speeds muscle recovery.

Question 4

When performing facial cupping, which cup size is most appropriate for the forehead and cheeks?

Accepted Answer

Small (20–30mm) silicone cups

Answer

Small silicone cups (20–30 mm) are used on the face because they allow precise placement on delicate contours with gentle, controlled suction.

Question 5

A client with a bleeding disorder (hemophilia) requests cupping therapy. The correct action is to:

Accepted Answer

Decline treatment and refer to their physician

Answer

Bleeding disorders are a contraindication to cupping because the procedure causes localized capillary rupture; treatment must be deferred until physician clearance is obtained.

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