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The Essential Massage
4.9 ★★★★★ 43 Google reviews · Cupping therapy in Gardendale, Alabama
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Why The Essential 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: “apeutic to the body. Essential Oil Raindrop Session 60 minutes: $120 | 90 minutes: $150 Massage combing the science of aromatherapy with the techniques of Vita Flex and reflexology, in the application of essential oils. Cupping Therapy 60…” source →
Spa offering massage therapy for neck, back, and shoulder pain in a relaxing environment.
Booking your cupping session
- Session price around $120 a session — confirm current pricing and whether cupping is standalone or added to a massage/acupuncture visit
- Walk-ins walk-ins welcome — but calling ahead is safest for a cupping appointment
- Today see hours ·
- Website theessentialmassage.net — book and see the full treatment menu
- Phone (205) 431-0693
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–7 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–7 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–7 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–7 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–7 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
What clients say about the cupping here
“I highly recommend for anyone who has an active lifestyle or to those who suffer neck and back pain.”
“I always thought it might be a little awkward, but it was nothing but professional.”
“I am able to do the things I love and enjoy thanks to Cory and his extensive knowledge of massage and his willingness to listen.”
“She allowed my little one in the room during our session and created a comfortable atmosphere for us both!”
“The Essential Massage is the best place to go for a much needed recovery day.”
“The atmosphere is amazing and everything is always clean.”
“I have scoliosis and Carrie had me feeling completely decompressed for the first time maybe ever after our 1 hour massage today.”
From the reviews
I have extreme pain and suffer with Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy & was diagnosed with Bone disease very young have had two totaled out car accidents.I am in chronic pain on a norm . Id began to suffer from a L5 S1 nerve impingement pain & herniated disc and have had several bulging disc in my neck.
I live out-of-state and was bummed when I saw no availability with Kelsey that would overlap with my trip. Fortunately for me, she got me in for a prenatal massage on a cancellation, working with my remote work schedule to make it happen.
Jennifer is a great therapist, I was having trouble with my back and legs from an old back injury and's arthritis. She has me going again without near as much pain. Very professional. Thanks Jennifer!
I asked for a massage as a birthday gift, and was not disappointed! From the reviews, my husband specifically asked for Kelsey, and she lived up to the other reviews. I’m not sure 30 minutes has ever passed so quickly in my life. I appreciated Kelsey’s perfect balance between professionalism and friendliness.
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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