Cupping Therapy & IASTM Houston TX
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Empire Chiropractic

Cupping Therapy and Soft Tissue Mobilization in Houston, TX
At Empire Chiropractic and Rehab, we offer a range of specialized soft tissue therapies designed to target muscle adhesions, scar tissue, and chronic tightness that traditional chiropractic adjustments alone may not fully address. Two of our most effective tools are cupping therapy and Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM).

Cupping Therapy
Cupping uses suction cups placed on the skin to decompress soft tissue, lift fascia, and increase blood flow to targeted areas. Unlike massage, which compresses the tissue, cupping pulls the tissue upward — creating space for circulation and promoting healing.

 

Cupping is effective for:
Chronic back and neck pain
Tight hamstrings, calves, and hip flexors
Headaches and migraines
Respiratory tightness and chest tension
Post-workout soreness and recovery
The circular marks that cupping can leave are temporary (typically 3–7 days) and indicate areas of restricted blood flow and tissue congestion — not bruising from trauma.

IASTM (Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization)
IASTM uses ergonomically designed stainless steel instruments to detect and treat areas of soft tissue dysfunction, scar tissue, and fibrosis. By breaking down restrictive tissue and stimulating the body’s natural healing response, IASTM can dramatically improve movement quality and reduce chronic pain in areas such as:
Plantar fasciitis and heel pain
Carpal tunnel and forearm tightness
IT band syndrome
Scar tissue from old injuries or surgeries
Chronic tendinopathy (Achilles, patellar, rotator cuff)

Both cupping and IASTM are most effective when integrated into a comprehensive care plan that includes chiropractic adjustments and rehabilitative exercise. Dr. Banh will determine which therapies are appropriate for your condition during your initial evaluation.

Learn if cupping or IASTM is right for you

• Call (832) 209-8973
Empire Chiropractic and Rehab

• 601 Sawyer St, Suite 330, Houston, TX 77007

• empirechiropracticandrehab.com