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Unique Remedy

5 ★★★★★ 45 Google reviews · Cupping therapy in Foster City, California

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Why Unique Remedy 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: “timulation Gentle electrical current paired with needles to release deep muscle knots and speed recovery. Myofascial & trigger point Hands-on and needle techniques targeting the deeper muscle layers behind chronic pain. Cupping Improve…” source →

Booking your cupping session

  • Session price around $250 a session — confirm current pricing and whether cupping is standalone or added to a massage/acupuncture visit
  • 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
  • Walk-ins walk-ins welcome — but calling ahead is safest for a cupping appointment
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  • Website uniqueremedy.com — book and see the full treatment menu
  • Phone (650) 667-1548

Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 10 AM–7:30 PM
Thursday 10 AM–7:30 PM
Friday 10 AM–7:30 PM
Saturday 9 AM–1 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 Unique Remedy'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 45 Google reviews — kept to comments about the cupping and the provider's care, in their own words.

💆 effective pain & tension relief 11 mentions

“On my first visit, she combined needles with cupping and truth be told, I came home with sore knees (a good sign) and the next day I hit the gym with knees giving great mobility - no tightness.”

🧑‍⚕️ skilled, knowledgeable practitioner 18 mentions

“Nirali is a knowledgeable, personable, and kind practitioner who collaborates with you as a patient to determine treatment based on your needs each session.”

🗣️ explains the process 15 mentions

“I explained the circumstances to my injury and right off the bat she explained what the underlying issue is and off I went for my first acupuncture treatment.”

🌿 gentle & comfortable 17 mentions

“I appreciate that she explains everything as she goes, and always checks in to make sure I am comfortable and understand what we're doing.”

🏃 great for athletes / recovery 9 mentions

“These aches and pains are a cumulation of years of playing sports, working out, teaching Barre and having 2 kids.”

👋 welcoming to first-timers 11 mentions

“On my first visit, she combined needles with cupping and truth be told, I came home with sore knees (a good sign) and the next day I hit the gym with knees giving great mobility - no tightness.”

From the reviews

I unfortunately missed a step on my stairs and fell on my hip. This caused some serious sciatica down both legs. Dr. Patel performed acupuncture and electrical stem on each hip and lower back. The sciatica became non existent after only one treatment.

★★★★★ — Edd, Mar 2025

Cupping and acupuncture treatments with Dr. Nirali Patel was the BEST spontaneous decision I have ever made!! I work in a research lab where I am constantly doing a lot of the same repetitive work, not realizing the strain this is having on my arms, shoulder and back.

★★★★★ — Pardeep, May 2020

Back in February I injured my knee during training. I powered through the pain and continued training for about a week. It was at the point where the swelling was so bad that walking was unbearable. I finally went to seek medical attention and was told that I need to ice, rest and elevate my knee.

★★★★★ — Christina, Apr 2020

I came across Unique Remedy through ClassPass. I thought I will give it a shot as I had a knee issue that was troubling me during workouts and while driving. I tried Chiropractor, massages and other stretching methods but it never really helped me. As I walked into her office, Dr.

★★★★★ — Ravi, Oct 2020

Excerpts from public Google reviews, filtered to comments about cupping and the provider's care. Read all 45 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 Unique Remedy

1098 Foster City Blvd Unit 204, Foster City, CA94404

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