CUPPING THERAPY IN BURNABY
Using fire cupping therapy and suction cup therapy, we restore the body's natural intelligence to prompt healing and balance.
Our team of registered acupuncturists develop personalized treatment plans based on the unique diagnosis of each individual. Many operate with specialities, and often work closely with Western medicine, integrating healing practices from both worlds.
Call (604) 416-5616 to learn more.
What is Cupping Therapy?
Heated glass cups create suction on your skin to increase blood flow, loosen tight muscles, and help your body detox naturally.
With roots dating back over 3,000 years in traditional Chinese medicine, cupping therapy has been trusted by ancient healers and modern practitioners alike for its remarkable healing properties. This versatile treatment can address everything from chronic back pain and sports injuries to headaches, anxiety, and circulation issues—providing relief where conventional treatments often fall short.
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM CUPPING
Gentle Suction Sensation
You'll feel a pulling sensation as cups create vacuum pressure on your skin, which most clients find comfortable and deeply relaxing after the initial application.
Treatment Duration
Sessions typically last 25 minutes, with cups remaining in place while you rest comfortably on our treatment table under warm blankets.
Circular Marks
Temporary circular marks may appear where cups were placed, ranging from light pink to dark purple depending on stagnation levels, and typically fade within 3-10 days.
Immediate Relief
Many clients experience immediate muscle relaxation, improved range of motion, and reduced pain, with benefits continuing to develop over the following 24-48 hours.
Fire cupping treatments for:
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Fire cupping excels here by increasing blood flow to affected areas, releasing fascial adhesions, and reducing inflammation in sore muscles and joints. Particularly effective for back, neck, and shoulder pain.
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Cupping stimulates lymphatic circulation, helping remove metabolic waste and strengthening immune function. Regular sessions can increase white blood cell count and improve resistance to common illnesses.
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Fire cupping helps release trigger points and muscle knots, improves range of motion, and accelerates recovery from injuries by bringing nutrient-rich blood to damaged tissues.
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Cupping stimulates lymphatic circulation, helping remove metabolic waste and strengthening immune function. Regular sessions can increase white blood cell count and improve resistance to common illnesses.
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Helps remove lactic acid build-up after intense workouts, reduces DOMS (Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness), and improves overall muscle function.
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By reducing stress hormones and promoting relaxation, many clients experience improved sleep quality after cupping sessions.
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The deep relaxation induced during treatment activates the parasympathetic nervous system, reducing cortisol levels and promoting mental calm.
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By relieving tension in neck and shoulder muscles that often trigger headaches, and improving cerebral blood flow.
OUR BURNABY CUPPING THERAPY TEAM
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ALYX HOUGH, R.AC
Co-founder, Registered Acupuncturist & SuJok Therapist
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ANNA CHEN, M.KIN
Co-founder, Kinesiologist
FAQs
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Yes! We provide direct billing to most insurance companies, including Pacific Blue Cross, Medavie, CanadaLife, Chambers of Commerce, SunLife, Desjardins, Equitable, GroupHealth, Industrial Alliance, ManuLife, Greenshield and ICBC.
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Yes our wellness space is in Brentwood, Burnaby. Our exact address is 102-4664 Lougheed Highway Burnaby, BC
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Yes, we have a few different options for parking, however all options do require payment. There is multi-hour pay parking available in the above ground lot of the building, as well as multi-hour pay parking available in Amazing Brentwood Lot across the street (approximately a 3 minute walk). 2-hour pay parking through the City of Burnaby is also available on Beta Street.
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Our sessions are 25 minutes long and cost $40