Foundations of External Therapy: Cupping, Gua Sha, and Topicals

Sun, 26 Oct, 2025 at 10:00 am to Sun, 23 Nov, 2025 at 06:00 pm UTC-07:00

Yo San University of Traditional Chinese Medicine | Los Angeles

Yo San University
Publisher/HostYo San University
Foundations of External Therapy: Cupping, Gua Sha, and Topicals
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Practical training in the clinical use of fire cupping, Gua Sha, and topical herbal preparations in orthopedic practice.
About this Event

2-Day Course: In-person at Yo San University

Sun October 26th, 2025 and Sun November 23rd, 2025

9am-6pm

This hands-on immersive weekend course offers practical training in the clinical use of fire cupping, Gua Sha, and topical herbal preparations. Rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine with a modern integrative lens, students will learn safety protocols, anatomical considerations, and effective protocols for musculoskeletal pain, immune support, trauma, and internal dysfunction. Emphasis is on hands-on practice, patient communication, and safe, ethical use of tools and medicinals.


  • Apply fire cupping, sliding cupping, and flash cupping techniques safely and effectively
  • Perform Gua Sha using region-specific protocols
  • Select and apply topical trauma liniments, pastes, plasters, and herbal compresses
  • Understand the mechanisms and indications of these therapies within TCM and biomedical frameworks
  • Design integrated protocols for pain, trauma, and inflammation using external methods

This class is approved for 16 CEUs by the California Acupuncture Board. 16 PDAs pending for NCCAOM.

Refund Policy: Cancellation received in writing by one week prior to the first day of the course will be refunded less $30.00 administrative fee. No refunds will be made on cancellations made after that date.

California Acupuncture Board CEU provider number: 0128

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Yo San University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 13315 W. Washington Boulevard, Los Angeles, United States

Tickets

USD 257.94 to USD 343.31

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