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Elevate Massage + Performance

5 ★★★★★ 82 Google reviews · Cupping therapy in San Luis Obispo, California

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Why Elevate Massage + Performance 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: “ibility that is preventing them from moving/performing at their best. Based on your therapist's evaluation, techniques may include: • Active Release Technique (ART) • Fascial Stretch Therapy (FST) • Myofascial Release • Cupping / Scraping…” source →

Booking your cupping session

  • Online booking you can book online — check their site for the next available cupping appointment
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  • Website elevatempslo.com — book and see the full treatment menu

Hours

Monday 9 am–8 pm
Tuesday 9 am–8 pm
Wednesday 9 am–8 pm
Thursday 9 am–8 pm
Friday 9 am–8 pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Cupping is usually by appointment — these are the business's general hours, so book ahead rather than dropping in.

What clients say about the cupping here

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 82 Google reviews — kept to comments about the cupping and the provider's care, in their own words.

💆 effective pain & tension relief 11 mentions

“I went in with chronic low back pain from an overactive hip flexor and glute med issues and he was able to get into healing at the root cause of my injury during just 2 sessions.”

🧑‍⚕️ skilled, knowledgeable practitioner 18 mentions

“Mike is very knowledgeable, he explained in simple terms what was going on in my knee and how to move forward to avoid more pain.”

🗣️ explains the process 8 mentions

“With Mike’s massage, pain relief techniques, and education, he was able to identify the problem and set me up with a plan to come back from injury.”

🌿 gentle & comfortable 6 mentions

“He was able to pinpoint my problems instantly and gave me a series of treatments including a relaxing massage and powerful cupping therapy.”

🏃 great for athletes / recovery 24 mentions

“Before going to Mike, my range of motion was extremely minimal but after this one session, I can move, my pain has reduced and I’m fairly certain I’m going to sleep much better tonight.”

👋 welcoming to first-timers 3 mentions

“I had his massage and cupping therapy session for the first time to treat my chronic low back pain from tennis.”

From the reviews

My experience at Empower Movement + Performance was phenomenal! I went in just looking to feel a bit better and get tight muscles worked, but I left with full body relief. I highly recommend the 60 minute session with Mike. He will work from top to bottom.

★★★★★ — Sarah, Apr 2021

Mike is an AMAZING therapist, trainer and healer. I had his massage and cupping therapy session for the first time to treat my chronic low back pain from tennis. He was able to pinpoint my problems instantly and gave me a series of treatments including a relaxing massage and powerful cupping therapy.

★★★★★ — Hisayoshi, May 2023

I started going to Mike when I hurt my upper trap muscle at CrossFit and he has helped so much throughout the recovery process. The use of cupping works wonders and Mike is a total stud and an awesome dude. I broke my L5 vertebrae and had surgery on it a few years ago and one of my big passions is mountain biking.

★★★★★ — Nolan, Nov 2022

Just got a massage and cupping session done by Ben Tsang, was easily the best massage I've ever gotten. Super professional, very knowledgeable, and he took the extra time to figure out what my body needed. I'm a student-athlete at Poly so my body definitely needed this and it made a huge difference.

★★★★★ — Kalia, Feb 2026

Excerpts from public Google reviews, filtered to comments about cupping and the provider's care. Read all 82 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 Elevate Massage + Performance

1237 Archer St, San Luis Obispo, CA93401

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