Ease tension and support recovery

What it is

Cupping is a traditional therapy that uses gentle suction to lift and decompress the soft tissues. By drawing the skin and muscle upward, it helps encourage blood flow to the area and can ease areas of tightness and tension. The cups may be held in place or moved across the skin, and the treatment is often combined with massage or chiropractic care for a deeper, more complete release. It is a calm, hands on experience tailored to how your body feels on the day.

What it helps with

• Muscular tension and tightness
• Areas of restricted, sluggish soft tissue
• General aches from training or daily strain
• Support for recovery alongside massage
• A feeling of release in the back and shoulders

What to expect at your appointment

1. A short consultation to check cupping is suitable for you.
2. An explanation of how the cups work and what the suction feels like.
3. The cups are applied and either held or gently glided across the area.
4. You relax while the treatment works, often alongside massage.
5. Simple aftercare advice, including a note that temporary marks can appear.

Who it suits

Cupping suits people carrying muscular tension who enjoy a hands on, traditional approach, especially as part of a wider recovery plan. It works particularly well combined with sports massage or chiropractic care. Cupping can leave temporary circular marks on the skin, which fade over a few days, and we will always talk this through with you first so you know what to expect.