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Alternative Health Care Concepts

4.5 ★★★★★ 23 Google reviews · Cupping therapy in Toluca Lake, California

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Why Alternative Health Care Concepts 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: “Alternative Health Care Concepts Home About Dr. Christina Marino Shop Gift Cards SPECIALIZATIONS CHINESE MEDICINE Acupuncture Herbal Medicine Nutrition Tuina Massage Facial Rejuvenation Cupping Homeopathy Energetic Healing Crystal Bed…” 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 — 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 alternativehealthcareconcepts.com — book and see the full treatment menu
  • Phone (818) 505-9511

Hours

Monday 8 AM–7 PM
Tuesday 8 AM–7 PM
Wednesday 8 AM–7 PM
Thursday 8 AM–7 PM
Friday 8 AM–7 PM
Saturday 8 AM–5 PM
Sunday Closed

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 Alternative Health Care Concepts'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 23 Google reviews — kept to comments about the cupping and the provider's care, in their own words.

💆 effective pain & tension relief 5 mentions

“Christine Marino has done wonders to help me with my lower back pain, not to mention that she has totally turned my diet around.”

🧑‍⚕️ skilled, knowledgeable practitioner 7 mentions

“Her expertise, compassion, and commitment to her patients are truly unmatched.”

🗣️ explains the process 4 mentions

“Marino comfort me, made me feel at ease and took her time explaining everything to me.”

🌿 gentle & comfortable 7 mentions

“Marino comfort me, made me feel at ease and took her time explaining everything to me.”

👋 welcoming to first-timers 4 mentions

“Christina was most welcoming and quickly recognized my painful problem.”

From the reviews

Dr. Morino is amazing. I’ve gone to her twice already and looking forward to doing more treatments with her. So far I’ve only done the cupping sessions with her and I absolutely feel the difference in my neck Shoulders and Lower back. She is super friendly easy to talk to. I feel like I’ve known for years.

★★★★★ — Karen, Oct 2018

Dr. Marino is truly amazing! She’s so caring and really wants to help you. From cupping, to acupuncture, to functional medicine. Dr. Marino can do it all! Highly recommend her

★★★★★ — Sylvania, Aug 2022

My anxiety was eating me alive. Bought the Gold plan. The Bio-Mat and cupping made everything feel manageable again.

★★★★★ — Alex, Aug 2025

A Fantastic Experience with Dr. Christina Marino I wanted to take a moment to share my incredible experience with Dr. Christina Marino, as I believe her approach to health and wellness is truly exceptional. From the very first consultation, it was clear that Dr. Marino is a complete gem in the field of healthcare.

★★★★★ — Plumeria, May 2025

Excerpts from public Google reviews, filtered to comments about cupping and the provider's care. Read all 23 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 Alternative Health Care Concepts

10645 Riverside Dr, Toluca Lake, CA91602

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