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Bridge to Health

5 ★★★★★ 40 Google reviews · Cupping therapy in Poughkeepsie, New York

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Verified cupping provider Wet cupping / hijama Insurance accepted

Why Bridge to Health 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: “experience to help patients achieve their wellness goals. Treatments are custom tailored to each individual. Some of the therapeutic modalities patients may receive are acupuncture, electroacupuncture, herbal medicine, cupping, polarity…” 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
  • Session price around $100 a session — confirm current pricing and whether cupping is standalone or added to a massage/acupuncture visit
  • 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
  • Walk-ins walk-ins welcome — but calling ahead is safest for a cupping appointment
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website bridge2healthacupuncture.com — book and see the full treatment menu
  • Phone (845) 256-8088

Hours

Monday 11 AM–7 PM
Tuesday 11 AM–7 PM
Wednesday 11 AM–7 PM
Thursday 11 AM–7 PM
Friday Closed
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 Bridge to Health'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 40 Google reviews — kept to comments about the cupping and the provider's care, in their own words.

💆 effective pain & tension relief 4 mentions

“I had no prior experience with acupuncture but with years of hip and shoulder pain I was willing to try something different!”

🧑‍⚕️ skilled, knowledgeable practitioner 15 mentions

“I found both Nikki and Christina to be so knowledgeable and experienced in wholistic health.”

🗣️ explains the process 11 mentions

“Nicole explains each procedure and step before she does anything, so you completely understand what is happening and why.”

🌿 gentle & comfortable 12 mentions

“Similarly, Chris at reception and Nicole's adorable dog Betty are always so helpful and welcoming, making the entire process smooth and comfortable.”

👋 welcoming to first-timers 5 mentions

“Similarly, Chris at reception and Nicole's adorable dog Betty are always so helpful and welcoming, making the entire process smooth and comfortable.”

From the reviews

I highly recommend Nicole Cutler /Bridge to Health acupuncture! Nicole is highly knowledgable and very patient. She has a very gentle approach to accupuncture especially for someone like my husband who hates needles but LOVES acupuncture now. She is more than happy to help me achieve my health goal needs.

★★★★★ — J, Nov 2020

I had to take a moment to write a review for Nicole at Bridge to Health. I was never skeptical of acupuncture, but I never had the opportunity until now to try it out. In my situation, I had/have lumbar spine issues.

★★★★★ — Ryan, Jul 2022

I was able to have an acupuncture session with Nikki and it was amazing!!! I work in the construction industry and after my session; I could immediately feel the difference in how my muscles, and body felt. I would highly recommend this business!!

★★★★★ — Willie, Mar 2024

Nicole is a caring, concerned and talented professional. She is treating me with great Success for several medical conditions. She really listens to my overall health and hones in on the problems to address each session. I have felt.great relief from a few.sessions. Chris is a.

★★★★★ — Linda, Jul 2025

Excerpts from public Google reviews, filtered to comments about cupping and the provider's care. Read all 40 reviews →

Booking hijama (wet cupping) at Bridge to Health

Bridge to Health 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 Bridge to Health

82 Washington St Ste 203, Poughkeepsie, NY12601

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