This study attempts to compare the difference in negative pressure values using a commercially available phlegm suction device. The device was modified to enhance its suction capability of performing up to 8 cups simultaneously. First, negative pressure was measured using an analogue gauge and the DP-100 vacuum sensor to detect any negative pressure loss. Next, the cupping therapy pressure was measured on a tile floor and on various spots on the body using 8 cups. The results show that there is an insignificant difference in negative pressure readings recorded in the analogue gauge and the DP-100 vacuum sensor, indicating no major loss in vacuum pressure. Using up to 8 cups, the maximum value of the pressure on the floor was measured to be up to -36 kPa, while the maximum pressure on the forearm, calf, and the back of the body measured was up to -48 kPa, -48 kPa, and -50 kPa, respectively. In addition, all data measured on various spots on the body up to 8 cups show that the values meet the minimum negative pressure of -40 kPa required to perform wet cupping. In summary, the fabricated device can therefore be utilized to perform cupping therapy with up to 8 cups simultaneously.
Vacuum pressure comparison of cupping therapy device using multiple cups for cupping therapy improvements
THE 5TH INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON AUTOMOTIVE INNOVATION AND GREEN ENERGY VEHICLE ; 2022 ; Pahang, Malaysia
AIP Conference Proceedings ; 2998 , 1
2024-03-11
6 pages
Conference paper
Electronic Resource
English
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