Gentle suction that lifts and decompresses tight tissue, boosting blood flow and easing deep muscle tension where pressure alone can't.
Decompression, where most tools compress.
The lifting action decompresses layers of tissue that pushing techniques can't separate.
Fresh circulation to a starved, tight area helps it recover and calm down.
A favorite for athletes working through heavy training blocks and stubborn knots.
Lifting layers apart helps muscle and fascia slide smoothly again.
Cupping places soft silicone or plastic cups on the skin and creates gentle suction. Instead of pressing into tissue like massage, it lifts, decompressing the layers and drawing blood flow into the area.
The circular marks it can leave look dramatic but aren't bruises in the painful sense. They're a sign of blood drawn to the surface and typically fade within days.
Cupping quiets tension and wakes up circulation, which makes it a great setup act. But tissue that got tight for a reason will tighten again if that reason stays.
Your therapist uses cupping to open a window, then fills it with the strengthening and movement retraining that address why the area was overworked in the first place.
The things everyone wants to know before their first visit.
No. Most people feel a strong pulling sensation that fades into relief. Many find it deeply relaxing.
Common and painless, they fade in a few days. If you'd rather avoid visible marks for an event, tell your therapist and they'll adjust.
The tool is ancient and the celebrity photos made it famous, but we use it for one reason: applied well, it works for the right problems.
In Illinois you can start physical therapy without a doctor's referral. We accept most major plans, and self-pay options are available if you prefer. We'll check your coverage before your first visit so there are no surprises.
"This place is the best, I loved working with Chris and the therapy was a great variety of exercises, massaging, needling, and cupping."
"…She is extremely experienced in multiple techniques and healing methods like cupping and dry needling as well as overall strengthening exercises."
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Tell us a little bit about yourself and what's bothering you. You'll hear from us within one business day to get you scheduled.