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GlossaryCupping Therapy (cupping)

involves placing suction cups on the skin to improve circulation

Cupping Therapy, also known simply as cupping, is an ancient form of alternative medicine where special cups are placed on the skin to create suction. This suction is believed to improve blood flow, reduce inflammation, and promote healing. The therapy can be performed using various methods, including dry cupping (suction only) and wet cupping (suction combined with controlled medicinal bleeding). It is often used to treat pain, muscle tension, and other ailments.

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research Effects of Wet Cupping on Blood Components, Especially Skin-Related Parameters of Healthy Cases: A Case Control Metabonomic Study

2 citations , June 2016 in “Journal of skin and stem cell”

Wet cupping blood has different components than regular venous blood, which might affect skin disorder treatments.

research Management of Alopecia Areata Through Micro Needling Along With Cupping

March 2024 in “Journal of Natural Remedies”

An 18-year-old with hair loss saw hair regrowth after treatments combining microneedling, cupping, medication, and oil application.

research Indralupta (Alopecia Areata) Management by Pracchana and Cupping: A Success Story

November 2019 in “International journal of research in Ayurveda and pharmacy”

A man regrew hair in 15 days using Pracchana and cupping therapy.

research Therapeutic Evaluation of Hijamah Bil Shart in Androgenetic Alopecia: A Case Study with Unani and Biomedical Insights

January 2025 in “Indian Journal of Unani Medicine”

Wet cupping may improve hair health in androgenetic alopecia without side effects.

An Investigation Into the Frequency of Use of Traditional and Complementary Medicine in Patients Presenting to the Dermatology Clinic: A Survey Study

research An Investigation Into the Frequency of Use of Traditional and Complementary Medicine in Patients Presenting to the Dermatology Clinic: A Survey Study

September 2020 in “Journal of the turkish academy of dermatology”

Some dermatology patients in Turkey use traditional medicine, with herbal remedies being most common, but these treatments can have mixed results and risks.

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community Started Finasteride + Derma rolling

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 3 upvotes 4 years ago

The user started finasteride and derma rolling for hair loss, later switching to wet cupping therapy. They experienced initial shedding but reported thicker, healthier hair over time, using natural hair wash methods like Amla, Reetha, and Shikakai.

community Is it possible to create an estrogen mesotherapy/topical that doesn't go systemic?

in Research/Science 7 upvotes 11 months ago

The conversation discusses the potential of using topical estrogen treatments for hair loss without systemic absorption, highlighting challenges and possible solutions like using estriol. It also mentions other treatments like topical finasteride, microneedling, and scalp massage, while noting the limitations and side effects of current options.

community Low level chronic allergies and hair loss

in Research/Science 6 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss can be influenced by chronic low-level allergies, and treatments like fexofenadine or topical cetirizine may help with regrowth. The user avoids finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil, and has tried Regenera Activa and PRF sessions.

community Why don’t more people use hair fibers?

in Product 525 upvotes 1 week ago

Hair fibers can effectively cover thinning hair when used with minoxidil and hairspray but require daily application and can be inconvenient in certain conditions. Some users prefer treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, microneedling, or wigs due to the maintenance and limitations of hair fibers.

community Hair came back in 3 months at 39y/o.

in Progress Pictures 421 upvotes 2 years ago

A user shared their successful hair regrowth using a combination of minoxidil, caffeine, biotin, and RU58841, along with weekly dermarolling. However, others advised against the user's plan to switch to rosemary oil and microneedling only, emphasizing the importance of continuing the current treatment to maintain the results.

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