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ShenNong Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine

4.7 ★★★★★ 35 Google reviews · Cupping therapy in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Why ShenNong Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine 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: “Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine is where ancient wisdom meets modern knowledge to offer you the best in holistic health care. Located in the heart of Philadelphia, PA, our clinic specializes in acupuncture, Chinese cupping,…” source →

Booking your cupping session

  • Session price clients mention paying $70 a session (from reviews) — confirm current pricing and whether cupping is standalone or added to a massage/acupuncture visit
  • 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
  • Walk-ins walk-ins welcome — but calling ahead is safest for a cupping appointment
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  • Website shennongacupuncture.com — book and see the full treatment menu
  • Phone (215) 627-2220

Hours

Monday 10 AM–6 PM
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 10 AM–6 PM
Thursday Closed
Friday 10 AM–6 PM
Saturday 10 AM–6 PM
Sunday Closed

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

Cupping styles offered

The kinds of cupping mentioned on ShenNong Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine's own site or in clients' reviews — not guessed from the Google category.

What clients say about the cupping here

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 35 Google reviews — kept to comments about the cupping and the provider's care, in their own words.

💆 effective pain & tension relief 7 mentions

“Gu, I have been smoke free for 7 years and counting (with no weight gain), and 100% pain free from his amazing acupuncture and massage work.”

🧑‍⚕️ skilled, knowledgeable practitioner 4 mentions

“Gu is very professional,patient, accommodating,and knowledgeable.”

🗣️ explains the process 2 mentions

“Lastly, your bed side manner is wonderful, I was extremely pleased with your knowledge, patience, listening skills and ability to treat the problem immediately.”

🌿 gentle & comfortable 2 mentions

“Be relaxed during this time, trust me.”

From the reviews

Diagnosis: Severe Sciatica Pain, Past Spine Surgery, Sleepless nights I've had acupuncture in the past but never had results from other places. Dr. Gu was only there one of my four day treatment and he help me get started. I came in on day 1 unable to walk nor stand straight.

★★★★★ — Lily, Mar 2022

Dr. GU is AAAAAAAAAH-MAAAAZING, I suffered from intense migraines for over 35 years, I was hospitalized for days at a time countless times being pumped full of pain killers that made me vomit, but the headache would go after a few days, I went one day at the start of a migraine to see Dr.

★★★★★ — Tj, Jun 2021

I went here about 5yrs ago. I suffered from fibromyalgia constant pain. I wasn't able to move without pain. I suffered from neuropathy, insomnia, & depression. I tried other places, but this doctor was the BEST!! This acupuncture changed the quality of life!

★★★★★ — Mzsundae, Jan 2020

Best place for acupuncture! Weight issues, quite smoking, pinch nerve, back pain, stress, gold bladder, any pain.... Gone with Franck or Andrew . No appointment, open 7 days a week 10 am to 6pm. First arrived first served. No fancy nancy. To the point and efficient!

★★★★★ — Valerie, Oct 2015

Excerpts from public Google reviews, filtered to comments about cupping and the provider's care. Read all 35 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 ShenNong Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine

1220 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA19107

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