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Ascent Bodywork and Massage Therapy

5 ★★★★★ 37 Google reviews · Cupping therapy in Bon Air, Virginia

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Verified cupping provider Massage cupping Dry cupping Home / mobile visits

Why Ascent Bodywork and Massage Therapy 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: “assage | Richmond, VA top of page Ascent Bodywork & massage therapy Home Book Online Services About Contact COVID-19 Gift Card More Use tab to navigate through the menu items. Log In Home Services About Contact COVID-19 Cupping Plans &…” source →

Booking your cupping session

  • Online booking you can book online — check their site for the next available cupping appointment
  • Home / mobile visits offers home or mobile visits — handy for hijama or if you'd rather be treated at home
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  • Website ascentbodyworkrva.com — book and see the full treatment menu

Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 10 AM–4 PM
Friday 12–7 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday 10 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 Ascent Bodywork and Massage Therapy's own site or in clients' reviews — not guessed from the Google category.

💆 Massage (gliding) cupping

“I enjoyed the dynamic cupping.”

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What clients say about the cupping here

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 37 Google reviews — kept to comments about the cupping and the provider's care, in their own words.

💆 effective pain & tension relief 2 mentions

“She is the first massage therapist that has been able to help me acheive being pain free for significant periods of time.”

🧑‍⚕️ skilled, knowledgeable practitioner 8 mentions

“Every time has been very good, professional, great communication on my needs.”

🗣️ explains the process 8 mentions

“I’d never had a massage before, and she walked me through the process, as well as helped me to design an experience tailored to my needs.”

🌿 gentle & comfortable 4 mentions

“I would definitely recommend Ascent if you’re looking for a quiet, relaxing massage without all the extra frills/stuffiness of a bigger massage company”

🏃 great for athletes / recovery 2 mentions

“She is super helpful with any workout soreness/injury and has been great for general massage/stress relief as well.”

From the reviews

Ali is a fantastic massage therapist. She takes the time to understand what I need and works on all the right points of tension. She also incorporates techniques like cupping and myofascial release. I highly recommend her.

★★★★★ — Erica, Apr 2024

Ali was really professional and listened to my concerns. The massage therapy she provided was better than any massage I’ve ever had. I felt a lot loose afterward, having gone in with really tight back muscles. I enjoyed the dynamic cupping. I plan to return.

★★★★★ — Natalie, Mar 2023

I am an ongoing client I feel very well attended to. She combines massage and cupping to address troublesome areas on my 68 year old body. Her massages are excellent and in fact I don’t believe I’ve ever had any better before Ali.

★★★★★ — Vivien, Feb 2025

Massages with Ali/Ascent have been such a good addition to my self care routine. She is super helpful with any workout soreness/injury and has been great for general massage/stress relief as well.

★★★★★ — Alden, Nov 2024

Excerpts from public Google reviews, filtered to comments about cupping and the provider's care. Read all 37 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 Ascent Bodywork and Massage Therapy

8710 Choctaw Rd #6a, Bon Air, VA23235

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