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Dr. Ana Nicole Barforough LAc - Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine

5 ★★★★★ 44 Google reviews · Cupping therapy in Solana Beach, California

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Why Dr. Ana Nicole Barforough LAc - Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine 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: “Dr. Ana Nicole Barforough LAc | Experience Acupuncture Today 0 Skip to Content Home Services Acupuncture Holistic Microneedling Facial Cosmetic Acupuncture Facial Fire Cupping Therapy The Radiant Renewal Series What Acupuncture Treats…” 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
  • 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 drananicoleb.com — book and see the full treatment menu
  • Phone (619) 752-0628

Hours

Monday 10 AM–5 PM
Tuesday 10 AM–5 PM
Wednesday 10 AM–5 PM
Thursday 10 AM–5 PM
Friday 10 AM–4 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 Dr. Ana Nicole Barforough LAc - Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine'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 44 Google reviews — kept to comments about the cupping and the provider's care, in their own words.

💆 effective pain & tension relief 4 mentions

“Very knowledgeable and love how she explains everything she’s doing step by step…but most of all, the results have been amazing, she’s helped me with muscle pain, skin, and to get better sleep.”

🧑‍⚕️ skilled, knowledgeable practitioner 10 mentions

“Very knowledgeable and love how she explains everything she’s doing step by step…but most of all, the results have been amazing, she’s helped me with muscle pain, skin, and to get better sleep.”

🗣️ explains the process 6 mentions

“Very knowledgeable and love how she explains everything she’s doing step by step…but most of all, the results have been amazing, she’s helped me with muscle pain, skin, and to get better sleep.”

🌿 gentle & comfortable 18 mentions

“I hadn’t done microneedling in several years, and I have a fear of needles, but Ana Nicole helped me to feel very at ease with the whole process.”

👋 welcoming to first-timers 5 mentions

“She has such a soothing and calm energy and I have always felt so comfortable with her since our first visit.”

From the reviews

I had the best cupping experience with Dr. Ana! I have had neck and lower back pain for a long time. This first experience was amazing and I feel great a few hours later! I highly recommend her. And I'll definitely be coming back for more.

★★★★★ — Idan, Nov 2025

Dr. Ana is kind, lovely, and also a lot of fun. The more I got to know her the more I looked forward to our appointments. She has a delicate touch, and provides a peaceful atmosphere. Most of the time I would doze off while lying with needles all over my body. I found great relief in our sessions.

★★★★★ — Nathan, Jun 2025

I was highly recommended Dr. Ana by a friend for infertility and endometriosis. She was extremely thorough during our intake and she took the time to understand all of my symptoms and address them individually. We have had several sessions together and I have experienced so much progress I could cry (and I have!). Dr.

★★★★★ — Crystal, Jun 2025

Dr. Ana is amazing! She has such a soothing and calm energy and I have always felt so comfortable with her since our first visit. I’ve been seeing her for about 6 months and I’ve experienced so many positive changes - better sleep, reduced inflammation, less headaches (I used to have them daily), a calmer and more…

★★★★★ — Lindsie, Jul 2025

Excerpts from public Google reviews, filtered to comments about cupping and the provider's care. Read all 44 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 Dr. Ana Nicole Barforough LAc - Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine

435 S Cedros Ave Unit 304, Solana Beach, CA92075

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