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Cupping therapy in San Diego

Cupping is a treatment we offer with our acupuncture treatments and as a stand-alone service. It can be a great addition to your healing journey, especially if you live with pain or tension.

Cupping therapy at Calm San Diego

Sound familiar?

Why people choose it

Cupping uses gentle suction to ease tension and support circulation. Where it is right for you, we may include it as part of your treatment.

  • Pain
  • Muscle tension
  • Stress
  • Poor circulation
  • Tightness in the back, neck and shoulders
  • Wanting to release pent-up tension

How it works

What to expect

What to expect during your cupping session.

We start with you

We talk through where you feel tension or pain and what you would like from your session.

Cups placed on the skin

Cups are placed on the skin to create gentle suction. It is often combined with acupuncture, and we adjust to what is comfortable for you.

A plan that fits

We let you know how often it may help and how to look after yourself afterward.

Your practitioners

Who you'll see

Licensed acupuncturists who offer cupping.

Michelle Dunn, L.Ac.

Michelle Dunn, L.Ac.

Pain & women's wellness

Gentle acupuncture, cupping & light massage.

Dr. Ciara Wiegand, DACM

Dr. Ciara Wiegand, DACM

Pain & sports medicine

Back & neck pain, injuries, orthopedics & stress relief.

Good questions

Cupping: your questions

What is cupping?
Cupping uses gentle suction to ease tension and support circulation. Where it is right for you, we may include it as part of your treatment.
Do I need acupuncture to have cupping?
No. We offer cupping together with acupuncture and as a stand-alone service.
Does insurance cover it?
Coverage varies from person to person. Share your details and we will check your benefits and get back to you.

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