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Acupuncture + Cupping
Deeper release for tension, pain, and stuck places
A combined treatment for muscle tension, pain, stress held in the body, and areas that need deeper movement and release.
Common reasons
A good fit for
A quick way to see whether this treatment matches what your body is asking for. If more than one sounds familiar, that is exactly what a full session is for.
- Neck and shoulder tension
- Back pain
- Jaw tension
- Headaches
- Muscle recovery
- Stress held in the body
- Tightness from desk work, workouts, or repetitive movement
- Stagnant or achy pain
Session flow
What to expect
A clear look at how the session usually unfolds.
Add cupping where the body needs movement
Cups are usually placed on the back, shoulders, neck, or other areas of tension and stagnation.
Let the tissue release
Cupping lifts rather than presses, creating space in tight tissue and encouraging fresh circulation.
Integrate after treatment
Temporary circular marks are normal and usually fade within a few days to a week.
Plan your visit
Pricing and duration
Cupping is included in this session. No separate add-on fee. See the full pricing chart at Services & Pricing.
Ready when you are. Choose a time and we will meet you where you are.
Book Acupuncture + CuppingHow It Works
Acupuncture and cupping work beautifully together. Acupuncture supports the body's internal communication and regulation, while cupping works on the local tissue — bringing movement to areas that are tight, stagnant, or overworked.
Instead of pressing down into the tissue the way massage does, cups lift — pulling the skin and underlying tissue upward, creating space between the layers. That lifting action increases circulation, releases fascial adhesions, and moves qi through areas that feel stuck. The classical TCM principle tong ze bu tong — free flow means no pain, blocked flow means pain — describes exactly what cupping addresses. Most people describe feeling like something is being released that they didn't know was held.
Your Practitioners
Acupuncture + Cupping is often chosen when the body feels tight, stagnant, overworked, or slow to release. Your practitioner layers acupuncture with fire cupping to support circulation, muscle recovery, and a deeper sense of movement through the back, neck, and shoulders.
Dr. Shelby Ramirez (DACM), Dr. Adrienne Nash (DACM), and Dr. Frederica Crafts (DACM) guide every session with clinical depth and careful attention to your comfort and goals.
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View productCommon Questions
Will cupping leave marks?
Yes, cupping can leave temporary circular marks that usually fade within 3 to 7 days. They are not bruises — bruises come from damaged tissue, while cupping marks reflect metabolic waste drawn to the surface during increased circulation. The color tells your practitioner something: pale pink means good circulation and mild stagnation, while deeper purple signals more significant stagnation, often from old injury or chronic tension. Most people notice the marks getting lighter over regular sessions, which reflects the underlying circulation actually improving.
What should I do after cupping?
Stay warm, hydrate, avoid intense workouts immediately after treatment, and give your body time to integrate.
Does cupping hurt?
Cupping can feel strong, but it should not feel sharp or unbearable. Your practitioner can adjust the intensity to your comfort.
Who should avoid cupping?
Cupping may not be appropriate for certain skin conditions, active illness, blood-thinning medications, or specific health situations. Your practitioner will assess whether it is right for you.
Want to go deeper?
Learn more about how cupping works and what the marks actually mean.
Ready to begin?
Book a personalized treatment and let your body settle into deeper support.