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Essential Massage Therapy

4.8 ★★★★★ 210 Google reviews · Cupping therapy in Ferndale, Michigan

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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 emtherapy.com — book and see the full treatment menu
  • Phone +1 248-547-5428

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 10 am–3 pm
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 210 Google reviews — kept to comments about the cupping and the provider's care, in their own words.

🧑‍⚕️ skilled, knowledgeable practitioner 4 mentions

“I love seeing Aaron – he is thorough and really massages and stretches you in ways that you didn’t know were possible.”

🌿 gentle & comfortable 14 mentions

“Walking in off of busy Woodward Ave, I was immediately greeted with a sense of serene calm, and I instantly relaxed a bit.”

🏃 great for athletes / recovery 2 mentions

“Before we started, we talked about how my legs have taken a beating while training for a marathon, and she made sure to include some movement and deeper work where it was needed.”

🧼 clean & hygienic space 3 mentions

“The staff is pleasant, the atmosphere is very calm, and the facility is very clean.”

👋 welcoming to first-timers 3 mentions

“The space is calm and welcoming, and parking was super easy right behind the building off Woodward.”

From the reviews

My first massage - at 45 years old, I'm long overdue! The entire process was easy to navigate, from booking to checking in and chatting with the massage therapist about my specific needs. Walking in off of busy Woodward Ave, I was immediately greeted with a sense of serene calm, and I instantly relaxed a bit.

★★★★★ — April, Jul 2024

I had the most wonderful massage with Patti. She applied deep but not uncomfortable pressure and checked in with me on my comfort level. After the massage, I noticed the knots and tension in my shoulders were gone. Essential Massage Therapy is a very professional and clean environment.

★★★★★ — Madison, Nov 2024

I have been coming to this place for years! Every single therapist is amazing and a lot of times I’m last minute and go to whoever (you can not go wrong here). But lately I’ve been scheduling with Lisa, she is so amazing and my body melts into the table as all my aches and pains disappear. She is a true healer.

★★★★★ — Stacy, Mar 2026

Aaron is outstanding. He is highly attentive and has a deep understanding of how my profession affects my body and overall health. His awareness and thoughtful approach make every session both effective and restorative.

★★★★★ — Steve, Jan 2026

Excerpts from public Google reviews, filtered to comments about cupping and the provider's care. Read all 210 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 Essential Massage Therapy

22941 Woodward Ave, Ferndale, MI48220

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