Cupping Therapy- Soft Tissue Mobilization for Rapid Results
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Cupping Therapy- Soft Tissue Mobilization for Rapid Results

Wed, Feb 25th, 2026
7:00pm – 10:00pm US Eastern Time
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About the Event

In this live interactive webinar, we will explore the benefits of negative pressure cupping therapy for soft tissue remodeling. Cupping tools are an example of instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization for massage and myofascial release that use negative pressure to mobilize tissue. Now you can reap the benefits of modern cupping therapy in your practice, to release scar tissue and fascial adhesions, manage trigger points, improve circulation, and relieve pain. Many clinical conditions may benefit from cupping as part of a plan of care to promote flexibility, comfort, relaxation, and functional outcomes. In this foundational and intensive course, discover the benefits of cupping with clinical tips on how to utilize specialized manual therapy tools to promote mobility, ease pain, and create raving fans of your clients.

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This live online event will be held as a Zoom Webinar. Attendees will have the option to interact through features such as the Chat and Q&A, but cameras and microphones will not be enabled.

Live Event Instructors

Theresa Schmidt

Theresa Schmidt

Dr. Theresa Schmidt PT, DPT, OCS, LMT, CEAS of Educise.com is an Orthopedic Certified Specialist PT, Expert Consultant, educator, massage therapist, hypnotherapist and author in private practice at Educise PC Health & Wellness in NH. She is a Clinical Specialist in the Pain program at New Hampshire VA. She received her DPT at UNE., served as faculty in PT and massage programs and presented for International Fascia Research Congress, APTA, AMTA, AOTA, NASA, Johns Hopkins, and Cleveland Clinics. She focuses on hands-on natural solutions to pain and mobility problems integrating manual therapy, precision exercise, functional training and alternative medicine approaches. Her engaging seminars inspire clinicians with practical tools they can apply immediately for measurable results clients rave about.

Theresa A. Schmidt, PT,DPT,MS,OCS,LMT,CEAS

Theresa A. Schmidt, PT,DPT,MS,OCS,LMT,CEAS

Dr. Theresa Schmidt PT,DPT,OCS,LMT,CEAS of Educise.com is an Orthopedic Certified Specialist PT, Expert Consultant, educator, massage therapist, hypnotherapist and author in private practice at Educise PC Health & Wellness in NH. She is a Clinical Specialist in the Pain program at New Hampshire VA. She received her DPT at UNE., served as faculty in PT and massage programs and presented for International Fascia Research Congress, APTA, AMTA, AOTA, NASA, Johns Hopkins, and Cleveland Clinics. She focuses on hands-on natural solutions to pain and mobility problems integrating manual therapy, precision exercise, functional training and alternative medicine approaches. Her engaging seminars inspire clinicians with practical tools they can apply immediately for measurable results clients rave about.

Target Audience

This webinar is intended for Physical Therapists, Physical Therapy Assistants, Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants, Nurses, and Massage Therapists. (PT, PTA, OT, COTA, RN, LMT)

Learning Objectives

After taking this activity, you should be able to:

  1. 1 Discuss the history and benefits of fascial cupping therapy.
  2. 2 List indications, contraindications, precautions and infection control for cupping therapy.
  3. 3 Select cupping instruments based on size, shape, pressure, material and clinical indications.
  4. 4 Apply cupping therapy to treat a variety of clinical conditions to ease painful trigger points and muscle spasm, release fascial tension, enhance circulation, and promote mobility.
  5. 5 Integrate cupping therapy into a plan of care for measurable benefits including pain reduction, enhanced relaxation, better flexibility, athletic performance, and wellness.

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Event Agenda

Agenda times are listed in US Eastern Time. That is 3 hours later than US Pacific Time. The event starts at 4:00pm US Pacific Time.

7:00pm - 8:00pm Welcome, history, benefits and precautions of cupping 8:00pm - 8:30pm Cupping instruments and clinical indicators 8:30pm - 9:30pm Evidence-based research, clinical applications 9:30pm - 10:00pm Treatment plans, Q&A

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