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5 ★★★★★ 18 Google reviews · Cupping therapy in Albuquerque, New Mexico

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Verified cupping provider Sports / myofascial Insurance accepted Home / mobile visits

Why desert sun 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: “on the next to help increase the body’s ability to heal. The Practitioner will assess you and your condition at your first visit and work with you to create a treatment plan to best meet your health goals.​ CUPPING THERAPY…” source →

Booking your cupping session

  • Payment reportedly accepts insurance — verify coverage before your visit, since cupping is often billed under manual therapy or acupuncture
  • Home / mobile visits offers home or mobile visits — handy for hijama or if you'd rather be treated at home
  • Website desertsunacupuncture.com — book and see the full treatment menu
  • Phone (505) 304-7228

Cupping styles offered

The kinds of cupping mentioned on desert sun acupuncture's own site or in clients' reviews — not guessed from the Google category.

🏃 Sports / myofascial decompression

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What clients say about the cupping here

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 18 Google reviews — kept to comments about the cupping and the provider's care, in their own words.

💆 effective pain & tension relief 3 mentions

“I originally started acupuncture for pain relief, but she has helped me with so much more, including sleep, anxiety, hormones, headaches, and even lung issues.”

🧑‍⚕️ skilled, knowledgeable practitioner 5 mentions

“She truly listens to concerns, takes ample time with her patients, and has the expertise to provide a treatment plan that gets results.”

🗣️ explains the process 5 mentions

“She truly listens to concerns, takes ample time with her patients, and has the expertise to provide a treatment plan that gets results.”

🌿 gentle & comfortable 10 mentions

“Her office is such a peaceful, calming space, and it immediately puts you at ease.”

From the reviews

I've been going to Dr. Sanchez for over a decade and I know that she is the reason that I'm able to function, but not just physically but energetically and emotionally, as well! The time she invests at each visit to understand how to best help you is invaluable! She has surpassed where western medicine can go.

★★★★★ — Kelly, Feb 2025

I started seeing Dr. Sanchez a few months ago for relief of anxiety symptoms. She has been absolutely wonderful! With every visit she takes time to talk about how I’m feeling and makes a specific goal for treatment.

★★★★★ — Brittany, Jan 2025

Dr. Sanchez has a beautiful practice and does a wonderful job of treating patients with the kindest and most compassionate level of care. She truly listens to concerns, takes ample time with her patients, and has the expertise to provide a treatment plan that gets results.

★★★★★ — Jessica, Jan 2025

Dr. Maggie Sanchez is amazing! She takes time to ask questions and listens to help pinpoint where to focus on. Each time I leave I feel so much better. I have and continue to recommend her and acupuncture because it’s life changing.

★★★★★ — Cass, Oct 2024

Excerpts from public Google reviews, filtered to comments about cupping and the provider's care. Read all 18 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 desert sun acupuncture

9025 4th St NW, Albuquerque, NM87114

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