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Expansive Bodywork
5 ★★★★★ 21 Google reviews · Cupping therapy in Oakland, California
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Why Expansive Bodywork 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: “ferings Back Bodywork Movement Rates About Contact Book now ✺ Bodywork ✺ I offer both in studio and mobile massages. Contact here to arrange a home visit. Expansive Bodywork Slow, nurturing bodywork integrating shiatsu, cupping,…” source →
Booking your cupping session
- 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 expansivebodywork.com — book and see the full treatment menu
- Phone +1 510-244-4073
Hours
| Monday | 11 am–7 pm |
| Tuesday | 12–7 pm |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 1–6 pm |
| Friday | 11 am–5 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | 10:30 am–3:30 pm |
What clients say about the cupping here
“Cara's expertise in various modalities, including shiatsu, lymphatic drainage, acupressure, cupping, and reiki, is evident in her practice.”
“Acupressure still blows my mind in how such a light touch can be so effective at relaxing me and helping with my integration work.”
“I see cara for maintenance of long term sports injuries and I can always tell when my next appointment needs to be booked!”
“The energy work was especially helpful, as it unwound my nervous system.”
From the reviews
…I recently visited her after I injured my back and her acupressure and cupping work helped me so much. Moreover, her studio is super cute and calming. Bonus: she has a heated mat and table. It is heaven! I cannot recommend Cara enough!
…Her combination of massage techniques, cupping, and energy work is unique and so effective. The energy work was especially helpful, as it unwound my nervous system. I left feeling more spaciousness in my mind, as well as release in my body. Days later, I'm feeling more structurally sound that I have in weeks.
…She combined shiatsu with acupressure and offered cupping and gua shank where needed. I left feeling blissed out :)
…Cara's expertise in various modalities, including shiatsu, lymphatic drainage, acupressure, cupping, and reiki, is evident in her practice. Her ability to blend these techniques tailored to individual needs creates a truly unique and effective experience.
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.
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