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Aftercare
Cupping, Cupping Massage & Hijama
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Get fresh air, and take walks but don't overdo it.
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Increase liquid intake to support the flushing of waste toxins and recovery.
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Avoid contaminated areas such as swimming and sauna for 1 week.
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Avoid exercise, stretching, and strengthening programs for 24 hours
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Avoid wool directly on the skin for 1 week as the skin would be sensitive.
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Rest if you feel lethargic or nauseous.
Graston Technique
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Physical activity is recommended in conjunction with this treatment.
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Increase liquid intake to support the flushing of waste toxins and recovery.
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Rest is you feel lethargic or nauseous
Massage
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Get some fresh air, and take walks but don't overdo it.
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Increase liquid intake to support the flushing of waste toxins and recovery.
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Drink plenty of water to aid in the flushing out of toxins.
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Avoid/minimise; smoking, caffeine, alcohol and heavy meals.
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It is advised to have suitable rest periods after treatment.
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Massage treatments work best when performed regularly.
Cupping, Graston Technique and Bamboo Massage - Usually leave marks which can take anything from 7-10 days to clear; however, if these marks take longer than 10 days it is advisable to repeat the session, as the belief is your body is under a lot of burdens.
Acupuncture
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Avoid exercise, stretching, and strengthening programs for the day.
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Avoid/minimise; smoking, caffeine, alcohol and heavy meals for the day.
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Avoid cold compression to manage pain as cold increases the body's stagnation.
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Applying heat alongside acupuncture speeds the blood flow circulation and speeds the healing process.
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Avoid eating processed and junk food for the day, try a balanced diet and high in protein.
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Acupuncture - Possible pain, bleeding or bruising where the needles have punctured the skin. Feeling nauseous, dizzy or faint, get some rest and keep hydrated. Pneumothorax is rare however, if you get chest pain, or shortness of breath during or after acupuncture, the emergency services must be called without delay.
Possible Side Effects
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Nauseated by the increased circulation of waste products from the lymphatic system.
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Fainting can be caused by dilating the blood capillaries and altering blood pressure.
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Maybe sore, bruised or small red dots over the area treated, called petechiae.
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Skin reactions such as allergy to the massage medium used.
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If any soreness is felt after the procedure, cold therapy can be applied for ease.
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Sleep patterns, mood and emotional levels may change.
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Changes in bowel movement and frequent urination may occur.
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Coughing mucus or additional sweating may occur.
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Any marks due to deep pressure or soreness after massage should be resolved in a few days.​​
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