Complementary Medicine VS Alternative Medicine: Evidence Based Cupping Therapy

Abstract

Complementary Medicine is both the ancient and contemporary approach to patient management and treatment. However, the truth is lost between complementary medicine and conventional medicine- in relation to effectiveness. Complementary medicine, unlike conventional medicine, lacks evidence to support its effectiveness. Complementary medicine is still used by most of the global population; a notable example is that of c upping therapy which has been used since the Ancient Egyptians circa 1500 BC- until the present day. Cupping therapy is classified as a complementary medicine and the purpose of this presentation is to provide participants with some evidence of the effectiveness of cupping therapy.