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Wellness Institute

5 ★★★★★ 74 Google reviews · Cupping therapy in Okatie, South Carolina

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Verified cupping provider Sports / myofascial Insurance accepted

Why Wellness Institute 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: “stitute Physical Therapy 0 Skip to Content Home Physical Therapy Overview Manual Therapy About Your Treatment Specialized Therapy Osteopractic Physical Therapy Vestibular Rehabilitation Parkinsons Treatment Dry Needling Cupping…” source →

Booking your cupping session

  • Payment reportedly accepts insurance — verify coverage before your visit, since cupping is often billed under manual therapy or acupuncture
  • Walk-ins walk-ins welcome — but calling ahead is safest for a cupping appointment
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  • Website wellnessinstitutesc.com — book and see the full treatment menu
  • Phone +1 843-547-4058

Hours

Monday 7:45 am–6 pm
Tuesday 7:45 am–6 pm
Wednesday 7:45 am–6 pm
Thursday 7:45 am–6 pm
Friday 7:45 am–1:30 pm
Saturday Closed
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 Wellness Institute's own site or in clients' reviews — not guessed from the Google category.

🏃 Sports / myofascial decompression 2 mentions

“She has performed taping, cupping and dry needling with stems treatments, which have been very helpful in speeding up my recovery process.”

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What clients say about the cupping here

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 74 Google reviews — kept to comments about the cupping and the provider's care, in their own words.

💆 effective pain & tension relief 3 mentions

“I have utilized The Wellness Institute for several differing mobility concerns ranging from physical therapy post knee replacement to lower back concerns.”

🧑‍⚕️ skilled, knowledgeable practitioner 19 mentions

“Richard always takes the time to listen carefully to our concerns, addresses all of our questions and provides his professional opinions with profound knowledge.”

🗣️ explains the process 5 mentions

“Richard always takes the time to listen carefully to our concerns, addresses all of our questions and provides his professional opinions with profound knowledge.”

🌿 gentle & comfortable 4 mentions

“Richard, Taylor, Dee and Joey made me comfortable at every visit for the past four months and motivated me to work hard and get well.”

🏃 great for athletes / recovery 8 mentions

“Richard tailored workouts and stretches specifically to me; he helped me reach my goal of getting back on the basketball court by personalizing basketball-specific workouts to rehab my shoulder.”

👋 welcoming to first-timers 3 mentions

“I will say this is the second injury I’ve been to the wellness institute for, (prior visit was for back problems which I received immediate relief at my first visit!”

From the reviews

I have had recent PT for a torn rotator cuff issue at another location, and realized I should have gone to the wellness institute instead of the closest PT site. What a mistake! So I started another round of PT and wow….the difference in therapists was astounding!

★★★★★ — Mike&Gayle, Mar 2025

A recent severe Sciatica flare up required my need for physical therapy. Several years ago, I utilized the Wellness Institute and as was the case then as now this facility has all the latest equipment for those needing physical therapy. Perhaps more importantly this facility's staffing is outstanding.

★★★★★ — Paul, Nov 2024

In August 2024 my doctor sent me to PT due to extreme pain in back, hip, and thigh. I chose Wellness Institute where I met therapist Sophia Bursch. After several sessions, we finally found the right group of back and core strengthening exercises for my particular pain.

★★★★★ — Cheryl, Jul 2025

Very highly recommend Wellness Institute for anyone in need of PT. As soon as you have an initial consultation with Craig, you know you are in the highly capable hands of a real pro. Love their approach of staying active at all ages, and their different techniques to strengthen the body where it’s needed.

★★★★★ — Kevin, Sep 2025

Excerpts from public Google reviews, filtered to comments about cupping and the provider's care. Read all 74 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 Wellness Institute

100 Okatie Center Blvd N, Okatie, SC29909

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