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The Muscle Doc Method
5 ★★★★★ 85 Google reviews · Cupping therapy in San Diego, California
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Why The Muscle Doc Method 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: “The Muscle Doc Method – Integrative Sports Therapy San Diego, CA Skip to content CALL TO BOOK: 858-444-5835 SERVICES/SPECIALTIES Dry Needling Pain Management Sports Massage Therapy Bell’s Palsy Cupping Therapy SHOP STUDENT COURSES…” source →
Booking your cupping session
- Online booking you can book online — check their site for the next available cupping appointment
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- Website themuscledocmethod.com — book and see the full treatment menu
- Phone +1 858-444-5835
Hours
| Monday | 10 am–7 pm |
| Tuesday | 10 am–7 pm |
| Wednesday | 10 am–7 pm |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 10 am–6 pm |
| Saturday | 12–5 pm |
| Sunday | 11 am–6 pm |
Cupping styles offered
What clients say about the cupping here
“These issues included pain, limited range of motion, resulting weakness, and associated postural changes resulting from the lack of alignment and compensation.”
“Aside from working his “magic” on my deteriorated muscles, Chris is friendly, welcoming, professional and extremely knowledgeable about his craft.”
“He took his time to listen to what my problem areas are and addressed them with a combination of techniques: massage, cupping, and acupuncture.”
“Chris was able to target each problematic area in just one session and now I feel rejuvenated and my muscles relaxed like never before!”
“These issues included pain, limited range of motion, resulting weakness, and associated postural changes resulting from the lack of alignment and compensation.”
“Aside from working his “magic” on my deteriorated muscles, Chris is friendly, welcoming, professional and extremely knowledgeable about his craft.”
From the reviews
I went in to see the highly-recommended muscle doc for shoulder and lower back pain stemming from my rigorous workouts and office job. After just one session, my shoulder & back pain went away! He did a little bit of cupping, massaging and stretching. He even taught me a few movements to implement at home.
I originally started going to The Muscle Doc Method for shoulder issues that were unresolved with physical therapy. These issues included pain, limited range of motion, resulting weakness, and associated postural changes resulting from the lack of alignment and compensation.
One of the best sports massages/cupping sessions I’ve ever had. The muscle doc is very knowledgable in what he does and in his pre session assessment he wants to find out where you’re hurting or sore and targets the area or areas with the intent to make you feel better.
I am so grateful I made my appointment with Chris. Instantly he made me feel completely comfortable and took tome to ask me what problem areas I had. My back and the left side of my neck were giving me a lot of discomfort. The massage and cupping he did was amazing! I honestly felt better when I left his office!
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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