Cupping Therapy: History, Types, and Use Cases in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Cupping therapy has been used in TCM since ancient times. The first recorded use of cupping dates back to the Han Dynasty (206 BC – 220 AD) in China. It was also used in ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome. Cupping was initially done using animal horns, bamboo, and pottery. However, over time, glass cups became the preferred method.