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Alma Acupuncture

5 ★★★★★ 73 Google reviews · Cupping therapy in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Verified cupping provider Fire cupping Insurance accepted

Why Alma Acupuncture 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: “e. Real solutions for real concerns. As Fishtown’s leading acupuncture clinic, Alma Acupuncture curates personalized care for YOU. BOOK NOW Our Services Acupuncture Sessions tailored to your treatment plan — may include cupping, gua sha,…” source →

Booking your cupping session

  • 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
  • Walk-ins walk-ins welcome — but calling ahead is safest for a cupping appointment
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  • Website almaacu.com — book and see the full treatment menu
  • Phone +1 267-553-4095

Hours

Monday 2–6 pm
Tuesday 1–7 pm
Wednesday 1–6 pm
Thursday 1–7 pm
Friday 11 am–6 pm
Saturday 9 am–1 pm
Sunday 9 am–2 pm

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

Cupping styles offered

The kinds of cupping mentioned on Alma Acupuncture's own site or in clients' reviews — not guessed from the Google category.

What clients say about the cupping here

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 73 Google reviews — kept to comments about the cupping and the provider's care, in their own words.

💆 effective pain & tension relief 2 mentions

“Love Alma, so kind, warm and really know how to “fix” whatever your ailment is… pulled muscle, back pain, stress, you name it.”

🧑‍⚕️ skilled, knowledgeable practitioner 8 mentions

“Franchesca is incredibly attentive and knowledgeable, making every session both healing and relaxing; it’s deeply reassuring to have someone so skilled to guide me through my health journey.”

🗣️ explains the process 7 mentions

“Bec listens, offers thoughtful insight, and helps connect the dots so I can better understand what my body needs and how to work with it, not against it.”

🌿 gentle & comfortable 15 mentions

“Franchesca is incredibly attentive and knowledgeable, making every session both healing and relaxing; it’s deeply reassuring to have someone so skilled to guide me through my health journey.”

🧼 clean & hygienic space 2 mentions

“The clinic itself is also very comfortable, clean, and calm.”

💵 good value / fair pricing 2 mentions

“It is worth every single penny and it has improved my mental and physical health SUBSTANTIALLY.”

👋 welcoming to first-timers 3 mentions

“My first visit with Flourish was so much more than I could have anticipated!”

From the reviews

So for the first time in my 34.5 years of life, I tried acupuncture & cupping and I feel like I have a completely new body. 🔥 I went to Alma Acupuncture in Fishtown, where I tried their Somatic Acupressure Integration with the incredible Franchesca Isaac. Let me get this out of the way -- it doesn't hurt at all.

★★★★★ — Ernest, Apr 2026

Francesca is absolutely wonderful. She does a blend of both acupuncture and cupping which has help me with my chronic lower back pain and anxiety. Since I started sessions in November both issues have become manageable, and I even have days that both are nonexistent. I cannot recommend her enough.

★★★★★ — Suzanne, Feb 2023

Love Alma, so kind, warm and really know how to “fix” whatever your ailment is… pulled muscle, back pain, stress, you name it. Always a thoughtful and personalized routine for what you need whether it’s cupping, acupuncture and even tens with needles. Highly recommend

★★★★★ — Allison, Jun 2025

I’ve had a very positive experience with Franchesca. She is very sweet and knowledgeable. I immediately felt relief in my shoulder tension after my first session. If you’ve been curious about acupuncture and cupping, i highly recommend checking her out!

★★★★★ — Chelsea, Jun 2021

Excerpts from public Google reviews, filtered to comments about cupping and the provider's care. Read all 73 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 Alma Acupuncture

1856 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA19125

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