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Axion Acupuncture and Craniosacral Therapy

5 ★★★★★ 12 Google reviews · Cupping therapy in Oak Ridge, Tennessee

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Why Axion Acupuncture and Craniosacral 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: “e adhesions and other overall tightness in the body that leads to pain and discomfort. ​ It is safe and effective for most anyone, including children and babies. ​ I am certified in CST through the Upledger Institute. ​ Cupping and…” source →

Booking your cupping session

  • Wet cupping / hijama offers hijama (wet cupping) — if you're booking hijama specifically, ask about single-use sterile kits and, if it matters to you, a same-gender practitioner
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  • Website axionacupuncture.com — book and see the full treatment menu
  • Phone (865) 455-6611

Hours

Monday 9 AM–2:30 PM
Tuesday 9 AM–2:30 PM
Wednesday 8:30 AM–12:30 PM
Thursday 9 AM–2:30 PM
Friday 9 AM–2:30 PM
Saturday Closed
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 Axion Acupuncture and Craniosacral Therapy'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 12 Google reviews — kept to comments about the cupping and the provider's care, in their own words.

🧑‍⚕️ skilled, knowledgeable practitioner 5 mentions

“She is very knowledgeable and I always leave feeling better and less stressed.”

🌿 gentle & comfortable 3 mentions

“Penelope's calm warmth and intuitive practice of her gifts makes the whole experience salve on our spirits not just relief in our body.”

🏃 great for athletes / recovery 2 mentions

“I have seen her for my seasonal allergies as well as for my ankle issues while training for a marathon.”

👋 welcoming to first-timers 3 mentions

“Members of my family have seen her mainly to help heal our nervous system.”

From the reviews

Penelope is incredibly skilled and very knowledgeable. I had never tried acupuncture before. I wasn't opposed to it, but never sought it out. However, I had pain and numbness in my hands and forearms at night (for years) and I was desperate. I tried everything except surgery and I was not going that route.

★★★★★ — Mike, Jun 2025

Penelope has a beautiful gift. She is an amazing acupuncturist, craniosacral therapy practioner, friend and healer. Her knowledge is astounding in many realms of therapy. Every treatment with her has been a healing experience. Highly recommend her work.

★★★★★ — Carrie, Sep 2025

Penelope is taking care of me for over a year. I don’t know what took me so long to write this. Her knowledge and skill is above and beyond and she’s continually learning new skills.

★★★★★ — Niki, Feb 2026

She’s convinced me! I try to be objective or even cynical about eastern medicine, but I was raving about how great it was last time.

★★★★★ — Nathan, Jan 2026

Excerpts from public Google reviews, filtered to comments about cupping and the provider's care. Read all 12 reviews →

Booking hijama (wet cupping) at Axion Acupuncture and Craniosacral Therapy

Axion Acupuncture and Craniosacral Therapy comes up as a provider that offers hijama — wet cupping, where the skin is lightly punctured after suction so a small amount of blood is drawn. If you're booking hijama specifically, a few things are worth asking before you go. First, sterility is everything — a reputable practitioner uses a fresh, single-use kit (new blades and cups) for every client and follows clean, gloved technique. It's completely fair to ask how they handle this. Second, many people booking hijama want a same-gender practitioner — ask whether that can be arranged. Third, ask about aftercare and whether they observe particular days if that matters to you.

Check hijama details on their site

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 Axion Acupuncture and Craniosacral Therapy

206 Connors Cir, Oak Ridge, TN37830

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