- Also know as fire cups, uses suction applied to the shoulders, back or stomach to open pores, stimulate circulation, breakup obstructions and disperse toxins. - Involves burning a medicinal herb, mugwort, over a joint, body area or acupuncture point resulting in a pleasant warming sensation while dispersing stagnation, swelling and edema. - Combines controlled breathing and resisted muscle contraction to release tight muscles, open joints and rebalance the body's neuromuscular & musculoskeletal systems restoring symmetry and balance. - Uses gentle noninvasive rubbing and scraping techniques to enhance circulation and to disperse toxins and stagnation.