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BEGINNER COURSE
Foundations of cupping and moxibustion
Program
1) Fundamentals of cupping and moxibustion
Theoretical introduction: History of cupping in Eastern and Western traditions • Cupping in Traditional Chinese Medicine • History and origins of moxibustion • Energetic foundations of cupping and moxibustion • Modern physiological basics • Indications, limits and precautions.
Cupping, Core Principles: Mechanism of suction • Effects on Qi, Blood and tissues • Traditional fire
cupping • Modern gradual‑suction cups • Soft‑tube cups • Features, benefits and limits.
Moxibustion: Core Principles: What moxa is • Properties of artemisia • Types of moxa • Main indications • Contraindications and forbidden points.
2) Practice with moxa and cupping
Operational methods and application on meridians.
Cupping Techniques: Static • Dynamic • Alternating • Gradual suction • Specific uses.
Moxibustion Techniques: Basic • Rotating • “Sparrow pecking” • “sweeping technique” • Cone use • Practical tips and safety.
Work on Meridians and Tsubo: Location of key points • Energetic physiology • Cupping along a meridian • Moxa on specific points • Tonifying and dispersing effects.
Practice: Selected meridian work • Energy point applications • Combined cupping and moxa.
3) Practical applications and protocols
Specific Techniques: Enhanced tonifying effect • Muscle‑relaxing effect • Muscle contracture treatment • Combined cupping and moxa • Strategies for energy deficiency and stagnation.
Application Protocols: Low back pain • Neck pain • Shoulder tension • Headache • Digestive issues • Abdominal issues • Menstrual issues • Gynecological concerns • Joint and muscle pain.
Treatment Structure: Basic energetic assessment • Choosing the right method • Treatment sequence • Integration of moxa and cups.
ADVANCED COURSE
Advanced techniques of moxibustion, cupping, and energy rebalancing
Program
1) Advanced moxibustion and treatment
Theoretical Insights: Difference between treating a principal meridian and treating a Zang-Fu. • Energetic reasoning in treatment selection. • Tonification and sedation of a Tsubo and an area.
Special Points: Gen-Yuan points • Xi-Geki points• Shu points • Mu points.
Advanced Techniques: Use of adhesive moxa cones • Combination of different techniques • Approach according to Master Sawada’s style.
Practical Applications: Abdominal issues • Menstrual issues • Gynecological concerns • Joint and muscle pain • Chronic pain • Recurrent disorders Development of Clinical Reasoning: Energetic analysis • Designing personalized therapeutic strategies.
2) Asvanced cupping and specific treatments
Specialized Techniques: Suction cups • Indications and distinctive features compared to other cups • Advanced gradual suction techniques.
Systemic Treatments: Detox treatment • Selection of application areas • Impact on metabolism • Treatment of energetic stagnation • Treatment of accumulations.
Advanced Integration: Combined use of cupping and moxibustion • Designing personalized protocols • Management of complex cases.
Final Practical Sessions: Treatment simulations • Development of comprehensive protocols • Practical supervision • Case discussion
Course goal
To provide a comprehensive training in the use of cupping and moxibustion, enabling participants to understand their theoretical principles, master their application techniques, and develop the ability to design effective, personalized treatments, seamlessly integrating them with other bodywork modalities.
Who is the course for?
- Shiatsu practitioners of all schools and styles.
- Bio-Natural Discipline (DBN) practitioners.
- Holistic practitioners.
- Manual therapy professionals.
- Students currently training in bodywork disciplines.
- Anyone wishing to expand their professional toolkit with effective and versatile tools for personal well-being.ù
