The Health Community of West Africa Association has reinforced its commitment to strengthening traditional and complementary healthcare through a specialized Red Cupping therapy training programme for health professionals under the Natural Health Professionals Federation of Ghana (NAHPFEG) in Accra.
The training formed part of Heath Community of West Africa Association’s broader efforts to promote healthcare education, professional development, regional collaboration, and knowledge exchange in traditional and complementary medicine practice across West Africa.
Facilitated by Dr. Yuan Hui of the 15th China Medical Team to Ghana, the workshop introduced participants to the modern Chinese Red Furnace tendon-regulating cupping therapy, which combines massage, moxibustion, and gua sha techniques to improve blood circulation, relieve muscular pain, reduce body tension, and support body recovery.
The training formed part of Heath Community of West Africa Association’s broader efforts to promote healthcare education, professional development, regional collaboration, and knowledge exchange in traditional and complementary medicine practice across West Africa.
Facilitated by Dr. Yuan Hui of the 15th China Medical Team to Ghana, the workshop introduced participants to the modern Chinese Red Furnace tendon-regulating cupping therapy, which combines massage, moxibustion, and gua sha techniques to improve blood circulation, relieve muscular pain, reduce body tension, and support body recovery.
Participants from various healthcare and traditional medicine backgrounds took part in hands-on practical sessions where they learned the proper application of the Red Cup device. During the demonstration, one participant volunteered to receive the therapy while practitioners observed and practiced under supervision.
Dr. Yuan Hui demonstrated techniques such as the pushing method along muscle fibers and the splaying technique used around the rib cage for effective treatment application. He also emphasized the importance of patient-centered care, professionalism, and constant communication during treatment sessions.
The programme further highlighted safety measures, treatment precautions, and contraindications. Practitioners were advised to exercise caution when treating pregnant women, asthma patients, individuals with diabetic complications, allergies, and acute illnesses. Infectious diseases, open wounds, intoxication, severe psychiatric conditions, and drug abuse were listed as strict contraindications.
Health Community Of West Africa Association noted that the initiative reflects the organization’s vision of strengthening healthcare systems in West Africa through training, innovation, international partnerships, and improved access to safe complementary healthcare services across the region
