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Acupuncture of Providence

5 ★★★★★ 51 Google reviews · Cupping therapy in Providence, Rhode Island

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Why Acupuncture of Providence is listed — cupping is a treatment, not a Google category, so we only list a provider when there's real proof they offer it. Here's what we found: “th inserted needles for 20-30 minutes in order to allow the treatment to take effect. Certain conditions may call for other Chinese medical techniques such as tuina (Chinese medical massage), moxibustion (heat therapy), cupping and/or…” source →

Booking your cupping session

  • Female practitioner a female practitioner is available — a common request for hijama and for anyone who prefers it
  • Payment reportedly accepts insurance; HSA/FSA cards accepted — verify coverage before your visit, since cupping is often billed under manual therapy or acupuncture
  • Online booking you can book online — check their site for the next available cupping appointment
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  • Website acupunctureofprovidence.com — book and see the full treatment menu
  • Phone +1 401-594-6959

Hours

Monday 10 am–5 pm
Tuesday 10 am–5 pm
Wednesday 10 am–5 pm
Thursday 10 am–5:30 pm
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Cupping is usually by appointment — these are the business's general hours, so book ahead rather than dropping in.

What clients say about the cupping here

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 51 Google reviews — kept to comments about the cupping and the provider's care, in their own words.

🧑‍⚕️ skilled, knowledgeable practitioner 21 mentions

“Her services are so thorough and she truly expresses sincere care for her patients, inquiring about sleep and eating habits, lifestyle, exercise, etc.”

🗣️ explains the process 4 mentions

“She took time to truly listen to my concerns and in the following weeks I have experienced a real improvement.”

🌿 gentle & comfortable 28 mentions

“Her environment is very calm & serene & her perspective is so refreshing, compared to alot of the traditional methods I have tried, that have not worked for me.”

🧼 clean & hygienic space 4 mentions

“Love the clean and welcoming office, I particularly like details such as the organic hand sanitizer and fresh flowers :).”

👋 welcoming to first-timers 3 mentions

“Love the clean and welcoming office, I particularly like details such as the organic hand sanitizer and fresh flowers :).”

From the reviews

I recently had the pleasure of visiting Dr. Lori Gardner Acupuncture in Providence and was incredibly impressed by the experience. From the moment I arrived, I felt a warm welcome and a sense of calm. Dr. Gardner’s deep expertise and thoughtful approach made it easy to discuss my health concerns in detail.

★★★★★ — Anne, Nov 2024

My experience with Lori through Acu of Prov has been exceptional. Her office space is clean, calming, and comfortable and parking is never an issue. Her services are so thorough and she truly expresses sincere care for her patients, inquiring about sleep and eating habits, lifestyle, exercise, etc.

★★★★★ — Carrie, Mar 2022

Lori is a truly gifted healer! Not only does she have a great depth of knowledge in classical Chinese acupuncture, she deeply understands the connection between body, mind, and spirit. Lori's down-to-earth and gentle demeanor makes her clients feel truly comfortable and safe in her care.

★★★★★ — Chrissa, May 2021

Love the clean and welcoming office, I particularly like details such as the organic hand sanitizer and fresh flowers :). Lori excels at what she does and makes you feel perfectly at ease. If like me, you are at all nervous about getting acupuncture, then definitely come see Lori.

★★★★★ — Christine, May 2021

Excerpts from public Google reviews, filtered to comments about cupping and the provider's care. Read all 51 reviews →

What to expect from your first cupping session

New to cupping? Here's the short version. What happens: the practitioner places cups on the skin — most often the back, shoulders, or legs — and creates suction (with a pump, or briefly with a flame for fire cupping). Cups either stay put for a few minutes (dry cupping) or are glided over oiled skin (massage cupping). A session is usually 15–45 minutes, often added to a massage or acupuncture visit. The marks: cupping leaves round, bruise-like circles that are normal and usually fade in a few days to a couple of weeks — they're discoloration from the suction, not an injury, and shouldn't really hurt. What to wear: comfortable clothing that gives access to the area being treated. Afterward: drink water, keep the area warm, and skip intense sun or a hot sauna right after.

Cupping isn't for everyone — if you're on blood thinners, pregnant, or have a skin condition or bleeding disorder, check with your doctor first, and always tell your practitioner about health concerns before a session. This page is directory information, not medical advice.

Where to find Acupuncture of Providence

154 Waterman St Ste 14, Providence, RI02906

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