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Balanced Thistle Acupuncture

5 ★★★★★ 147 Google reviews · Cupping therapy in Fort Collins, Colorado

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Why Balanced Thistle 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: “xpand their knowledge and skill. We’ve brought the best of beauty from NYC, L.A., and even the U.K. with Facial Acupuncture, Facial Sculpting, Gua Sha, and Microchanneling. Facial Acupuncture & Microchanneling Gua Sha & Cupping Facials…” source →

Booking your cupping session

  • Female practitioner a female practitioner is available — a common request for hijama and for anyone who prefers it
  • 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 balancedthistle.com — book and see the full treatment menu
  • Phone +1 970-658-5777

Hours

Monday 9 am–7 pm
Tuesday 9 am–7 pm
Wednesday 9 am–7 pm
Thursday 9 am–7 pm
Friday 9 am–5 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 Balanced Thistle 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 147 Google reviews — kept to comments about the cupping and the provider's care, in their own words.

🧑‍⚕️ skilled, knowledgeable practitioner 14 mentions

“When our family was unexpectedly blessed with our miracle baby and we experienced complications during pregnancy, the team at Balanced Thistle walked alongside us every step of the way.”

🗣️ explains the process 6 mentions

“Having a team that truly listens and works alongside chiropractors, pelvic floor specialists, physicians, and other practitioners made an enormous difference during a stressful and uncertain season.”

🌿 gentle & comfortable 12 mentions

“I received their signature Sculpting Facial (with intra-oral sculpting), and it was incredible — deeply relaxing while also visibly lifting and sculpting my face.”

🏃 great for athletes / recovery 4 mentions

“As a doctor of chiropractic who also works in functional medicine, and with prior training in acupuncture myself, I tend to be very particular about who I trust with my care.”

👋 welcoming to first-timers 6 mentions

“Her energy, along with all of the staff I’ve interacted with at Balanced Thistle, is so warm, kind, and welcoming.”

From the reviews

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ If I could give Balanced Thistle more than five stars, I absolutely would. What makes Balanced Thistle so unique is that they don’t just look at one symptom or one diagnosis—they look at the whole person.

★★★★★ — The, Jun 2026

I’ve had such a positive experience with Balanced Thistle since 2023 and can’t recommend it enough for any woman looking for support with hormone balance. From the moment you walk in, the space feels calm, welcoming, and truly centered on your well-being.

★★★★★ — Haley, Apr 2026

I have struggled for 3 years (when I had my son) both mentally and physically and this place has given me so much hope, empowerment, and relief. Every week I feel like I am seen and heard, and I always feel better when I leave.

★★★★★ — Aubriel, May 2026

I’ve had such a wonderful experience here, especially with Brooke! She is incredibly friendly, welcoming, and genuinely supportive. From the moment you walk in, you feel at ease and truly cared for.

★★★★★ — Kylie, May 2026

Excerpts from public Google reviews, filtered to comments about cupping and the provider's care. Read all 147 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 Balanced Thistle Acupuncture

2001 S Shields St Bldg E STE 201, Fort Collins, CO80526

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