Trying something new can feel overwhelming, especially when your body is already managing fatigue, spasticity, or sensory changes. That’s why we keep gliding cup therapy sessions simple, gentle, and predictable.
At Florida Bodywork, every session is designed to work with your nervous system, not against it. Here’s exactly what to expect so you feel safe, supported, and prepared.
Step 1: We Start with a Check-In
We’ll ask:
- How are you feeling today?
- Any new symptoms, changes, or flare-ups?
- Are there any areas you’d like us to avoid or focus on?
This helps us decide if cupping is appropriate for that day—and what part of your body is best suited for treatment.
Step 2: Targeting Just One or Two Areas
We never do full-body cupping for MS.
Instead, we choose one or two small regions—like your upper shoulders or side of the hip—based on your feedback and comfort.
Key details:
- The area is small, about the size of your hand
- We keep all strokes on the same plane or within a connected muscle chain
- If anything doesn’t feel right, we stop immediately
Step 3: Gentle Gliding with Minimal Suction
We use soft silicone or polycarbonate cups with very light suction.
There is no pinching, pulling, or deep pressure.
You might feel:
- A light lift
- A smooth glide
- A gentle stretch at the skin’s surface
It’s more like a nervous system reset than a deep tissue release.
Step 4: Regulating and Integrating After Treatment
After the cupping, we guide you through a calming close to help your body settle:
- Diaphragmatic breathing
- Seated movement like pelvic rocking or neck glides
- Optional hydration and stillness
This keeps your nervous system in a calm state and helps your body integrate the work.
What You’ll Leave With
- A lighter, looser feeling in the treated area
- A sense of calm or groundedness
- Instructions for rest, hydration, and tracking how you feel in the next 24–48 hours
No soreness. No crash. Just a steady, supported shift.
Takeaway
A gliding cup session for MS is gentle, slow, and highly personalized. You stay fully clothed, fully informed, and fully in control. We follow your body’s lead.