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Oriental Healing Arts Center

4.1 ★★★★☆ 22 Google reviews · Cupping therapy in Anchorage, Alaska

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Why Oriental Healing Arts Center 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: “Cupping, Moxa, and Gua Sha - Alaska Institute Skip to content Call Us: 1.907.279.0135 | Find Us | Register Today … Go to... About Our School School School Alumni Services Download Catalog Tuition & Financial Aid Prog” source →

Booking your cupping session

  • Female practitioner a female practitioner is available — a common request for hijama and for anyone who prefers it
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  • Website akinstitute.com — book and see the full treatment menu
  • Phone +1 907-279-0135

Hours

Monday 11 am–7 pm
Tuesday 11 am–7 pm
Wednesday 11 am–7 pm
Thursday 11 am–7 pm
Friday 11 am–7 pm
Saturday 11 am–5 pm
Sunday 11 am–5 pm

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 22 Google reviews — kept to comments about the cupping and the provider's care, in their own words.

💆 effective pain & tension relief 3 mentions

“After 5 years of shoulder pain due to a military injury and 2 years of back from being in a car accident, I am pain free!”

🧑‍⚕️ skilled, knowledgeable practitioner 4 mentions

“The instructors are so knowledgeable and compassionate, and the material is presented in such a way that anyone can learn it.”

🌿 gentle & comfortable 3 mentions

“I had huge knots and tension in my shoulders and left feeling so relaxed and happy.”

From the reviews

I love this place! I am currently attending school at the center and just about completed anatomy and physiology classes... It has been a great experience, I have learned so much from the teachers and have enjoyed the integration of Thai chi, and yoga as well as qigongs all of which have been very beneficial to my…

★★★★★ — Catherine, Sep 2016

Christy is unbelievably talented. I have been getting thai yoga massages from her for a couple of years now, and I really can't imagine a better therapy than that. It's deep and she knows what she is doing. I've been really happy with all of the services here, but she is exceptionally talented.

★★★★★ — Rachel, Aug 2018

Finishing up the 1st half of class this month and extremely pleased with the course thus far. Although the school isn't the traditional classroom setting there is an incredible amount of knowledge covered in every class.

★★★★★ — Kevin, Jul 2017

The best massage school in Alaska! Students are very well trained in many different modalities of massage and Oriental healing arts. I was so impressed with the school, I chose to work there when I became a professional. Highly recommend OHAC for educational classes or a great massage!

★★★★★ — Rose, Aug 2016

Excerpts from public Google reviews, filtered to comments about cupping and the provider's care. Read all 22 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 Oriental Healing Arts Center

2636 Spenard Rd #2, Anchorage, AK99503

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