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Santa Monica Sports Massage
5 ★★★★★ 51 Google reviews · Cupping therapy in Los Angeles, California
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Why Santa Monica Sports Massage 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: “, attentive treatment that supports long-term results. Michelle Mercier, CMT Founder and manual therapist known for precise soft-tissue work and advanced training in neuromuscular therapy, myofascial release, IASTM, and cupping. Jake…” source →
Booking your cupping session
- Female practitioner a female practitioner is available — a common request for hijama and for anyone who prefers it
- Payment reportedly accepts insurance — verify coverage before your visit, since cupping is often billed under manual therapy or acupuncture
- Online booking you can book online — check their site for the next available cupping appointment
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- Website santamonicasportsmassage.com — book and see the full treatment menu
- Phone (310) 429-9385
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM–7 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–7 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–7 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–7 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
What clients say about the cupping here
“I've been going to Michelle for three years, initially to work on an injured shoulder but she did such a great job on that, I've been having her treat my low back pain.”
“She is very knowledgeable, extremely intuitive, and her therapeutic approach focuses on the unique needs of her clients.”
“I appreciate that she takes the time to ask and listen to what’s been happening so she can get targeted during the massage.”
“I’ve been a client of hers for over a year now and she has helped to fix every physically ailment that has popped up over time from my workouts/working from home.”
“The spot is easy to get to and super clean and welcoming.”
From the reviews
I've been going to Michelle for three years, initially to work on an injured shoulder but she did such a great job on that, I've been having her treat my low back pain. She uses a combination of cupping and deep tissue muscle work and it's been a life saver.
Michelle is an amazing masseuse, thoughtful, knowledgeable and awesome at her craft. She will listen to your needs and apply the appropriate technique to help achieve your goals. Her ability to use different types of therapies is also great as you get a chance to experience with various things.
I have had the pleasure of working with Michelle for almost three years. I have a tight levator scapula / trap that causes a shoulder impingement. With Michelle’s help, we have brought the incidence down from 3-4x a year to 1x per year.
I’ve called on Michelle a good many times over the years as wife Pam has done as well. Never met a stronger pair of hands. This time it was my 72 year old shoulders giving me grief. First the right which see fixed in a one hour session plus a follow up half hour. Fixed.
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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