It’s been a few months since the Olympics, but already there are moments that fans will remember forever. From the incredible gymnastic sensation of Simone Biles to the continued dominance of Usain Bolt, the 2016 Rio Olympics gave…

It’s been a few months since the Olympics, but already there are moments that fans will remember forever. From the incredible gymnastic sensation of Simone Biles to the continued dominance of Usain Bolt, the 2016 Rio Olympics gave even the most casual sports enthusiast memories that will last for decades.

But for many, it wasn’t just the sports themselves that caught so much attention. It was the actions away from the games of a very popular American swimmer. No, we’re not talking about Ryan Lochte. We’re talking about Michael Phelps, and the red circles that covered much of his upper body.

WHAT WERE THOSE RED CIRCLES?

Those red circles were part of a recovery program that Phelps used to restore his body and reduce pain after intense exercise. The process is known as “Cupping,” and although it is new to the United States, it is actually based on an ancient Chinese therapy that says that is believed to restore the “qi” or “life force” into an individual struggling with pain and discomfort.

In order to perform the “cupping” technique, specialists – like those at Spine Center Atlanta – heat glass cups and apply them to the skin on specific areas of the body. Once it is placed on the body, the heated cup creates a suction effect, which them pulls up the skin into the glass cup. After a few minutes, the glasses are removed. There is more than one form of cupping as well:

  • Dry Cupping – This is when only glass cups are used, and it is the most common among athletes.
  • Wet Cupping – Where small cuts are made to draw a small amount of blood into the cups.
  • Needle Cupping – This is a hybrid of acupuncture and cupping.

Studies have shown that cupping may help reduce pain after injury. It is also especially popular among athletes that over-exert their bodies and put themselves through incredible physical stress.

Spine Center Atlanta is proud to be one of the only cupping providers in Atlanta, offering affordable and effective cupping therapy to those that need it. If you’re interested in learning more about cupping, or you’re interested in scheduling an appointment, please call us today at (404) 649-0783.

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Services & Conditions

ACL

ACL

ACL injuries or tears commonly occur during sports that involve sudden stops of changes in direction.

Traumatic Brain Injury

Traumatic Brain Injury

If you have experienced a car accident, sports injury, or a slip and fall accident and were diagnosed with a concussion, you may have suffered a traumatic brain injury. It is best to see a doctor as soon as possible.

Failed Spine Surgery

Failed Spine Surgery

The team specializes in minimally invasive techniques and offers comprehensive care, including an on-site, fully-accredited outpatient surgical facility and a state-of-the-art rehabilitation center.

Neck Spine Surgery

Neck Spine Surgery

When non-surgical care doesn't help, the board-certified orthopedic surgeons at Spine Center Atlanta perform neck spine surgery to repair the underlying problem.

Non-Surgical Treatments

Non-Surgical Treatments

Non-Surgical Treatments services offered in Atlanta, Savannah, Conyers, Augusta, Macon and Decatur, GA

Rotator Cuff Repair

Rotator Cuff Repair

Rotator Cuff Injury services offered in Atlanta, Savannah, Conyers, Augusta, Macon and Decatur, GA

Auto Accident Injury

Auto Accident Injury

If you have experienced a car accident, sports injury, or a slip and fall accident and were diagnosed with a concussion, you may have suffered a traumatic brain injury. It is best to see a doctor as soon as possible.

Cervical Disc Replacement

Cervical Disc Replacement

Cervical disk replacement surgery involves removing a diseased cervical disk and replacing it with an artificial disk.

What We Do

Facilities

Surgery Center

Surgery Center

Our renowned surgery center caters to surgeries related to extremities, interventional spine, and spine surgeries.

MRI Center

MRI Center

Our on-site MRI services give you the convenience of receiving all of your care in one location and deliver a higher quality of care, including a faster diagnosis and treatment.

Rehabilitation Center

Rehabilitation Center

Our rehabilitation team of highly trained professionals has a combined 70 years of clinical experience in the rehabilitation field, each one ready to put their experience to work for you. Our business office and support staff are fully bilingual.

Wellness Center

Wellness Center

Spine Center Atlanta’s Wellness Center offers a boutique-style experience to offer you the best in massage therapy, personal training, and well-being, everything you need to maintain a healthy and rewarding lifestyle.

Aqua Therapy

Aqua Therapy

The aquatic center offers a heated therapy pool at a depth of four feet with 12 massage jets to soothe sore and hurting muscles at the end of your therapy workout.

Acupuncture Center

Acupuncture Center

Acupuncture increases blood circulation to different parts of your body and relaxes your muscles to help alleviate pain.