Cupping
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Cupping

Tight muscles, tension, or soreness? Cupping is a powerful yet gentle way to release stiffness, improve circulation, and promote faster recovery.

What is cupping?

You’ve probably seen those telltale circular marks on the backs of athletes,

...but cupping has been around for centuries, long before it became trendy. Rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine, cupping is a time-tested therapy that uses gentle suction to promote healing and restore balance.

Special cups are placed on the skin to create negative pressure, which increases circulation, draws out stagnation, and encourages your body’s natural healing process. Cups may be made of glass, silicone, or bamboo, and suction is created using heat or a small hand pump — depending on the technique used.

The result? Relief, relaxation, and a greater sense of ease in your body.

Cupping pricing:

First visit $50; return visits $25-$50 sliding scale (you decide what to pay, no questions asked).

Benefits of Cupping

Benefits of Cupping

Cupping is loved by athletes, wellness seekers, and anyone looking for a natural way to release tension and support healing. Some of the most common benefits include:

Pain Relief

Cupping can ease muscle tightness, reduce tension in the back, neck, and shoulders, and help with joint pain or chronic discomfort. It’s especially great for breaking up stubborn muscle knots and supporting athletic recovery.

Improved Circulation

The suction from the cups helps draw blood to the surface, increasing circulation and delivering fresh oxygen and nutrients to tired tissues. That means faster recovery and less soreness.

Reduced Inflammation

By promoting lymphatic drainage and improving blood flow, cupping may help calm inflammation and support your body’s natural detox process.

Deep Relaxation

Many people find cupping to be surprisingly calming. The rhythmic suction and stillness of the session can help melt away stress and leave you feeling lighter and more grounded.

What to Expect During a Cupping Session

If you’ve never tried cupping before, here’s what to expect from a session:

1. A Quick Consultation. Before starting, your practitioner will ask about your health history and goals for the session. We’ll always tailor the treatment to your needs.

2. Getting Comfortable. You’ll lie down on a massage table in a private room, and we’ll help you get comfortable. We may apply a light oil to help the cups move smoothly over your skin.

3. Cup Placement. The cups are placed on specific areas — usually the back, shoulders, or legs — and suction is applied. You’ll feel a firm pulling sensation that many patients describe as intense but relieving.

4. Time to Rest. The cups are typically left in place for 5 to 15 minutes. You can rest, breathe, and let your body do the work.

5. Aftercare. After we remove the cups, you may notice round red or purple marks where they were placed. These are normal and usually fade within a few days. We recommend drinking plenty of water, resting, and avoiding cold drafts on the treated area.

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Is Cupping Safe?

Cupping is a low-risk treatment when performed by trained professionals — like our team at Encircle. Most side effects are mild and temporary, such as light bruising or soreness.

Cupping may not be appropriate if you have certain medical conditions, including anemia, bleeding disorders, clotting issues, seizures, or a pacemaker. We also avoid cupping over irritated or broken skin.

If you’re unsure whether cupping is right for you, just ask — we’re happy to talk it through and help you decide.

Book a Cupping Session

Cupping is available at our Bellevue clinic.

Online scheduling is not available for cupping, so please call us in Bellevue at (615) 645-9866 or in East Nashville at (615) 457-1979 to schedule a cupping appointment.

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Frequent Asked Questions

How much does a cupping session cost?

The price for a cupping session at Encircle is the same as an acupuncture treatment: sliding scale of $25-$50 per treatment for return patients; or a $50 flat fee for new patients.

No. Some disrobing may be necessary for cupping, so these treatments are done on a massage table in a private room.

Yes! We recommend doing acupuncture first, then cupping.

No, currently cupping is only available in Bellevue.

A session will last about 20 minutes total. The cups are usually left in place for 5-15 minutes.

Give us a call in Bellevue at 615-645-9866 or East Nashville at 615-457-1979 to schedule your cupping appointment. Online scheduling is not available for cupping at this time.

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