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West End Acupuncture

5 ★★★★★ 71 Google reviews · Cupping therapy in Portland, Maine

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Why West End Acupuncture 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: “ions We Treat Digestive & Internal Health Pain Management Stress & Fatigue Sports Injuries Womens health Skin & Dermatology Treatments Acupuncture Facial Acupuncture Community Acupuncture Sports Acupuncture Dry Needling Cupping New Clients…” source →

Booking your cupping session

  • 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 west-end-acupuncture.com — book and see the full treatment menu
  • Phone +1 207-376-0264

Hours

Monday 8 am–6 pm
Tuesday 8 am–6 pm
Wednesday 8 am–6 pm
Thursday 8 am–6 pm
Friday 8 am–4 pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

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

What clients say about the cupping here

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 71 Google reviews — kept to comments about the cupping and the provider's care, in their own words.

💆 effective pain & tension relief 9 mentions

“Escalating neck pain over the course of a couple months had me pursuing a few different avenues seeking relief, to no avail.”

🧑‍⚕️ skilled, knowledgeable practitioner 8 mentions

“My work with him feels like a collaborative health experience, always acknowledging the expertise I have regarding my own body.”

🗣️ explains the process 12 mentions

“My nervousness faded quickly as Zach did an incredible job explaining the treatment itself, the goals, and provided plenty of time to become comfortable with the sensation of the needles.”

🌿 gentle & comfortable 9 mentions

“My nervousness faded quickly as Zach did an incredible job explaining the treatment itself, the goals, and provided plenty of time to become comfortable with the sensation of the needles.”

🏃 great for athletes / recovery 4 mentions

“I'm a 34 year old "athlete" weekend warrior.”

👋 welcoming to first-timers 6 mentions

“I did two sessions with Justine the week before and the week after my estimated ovulation window, and was able to catch my LH surge for the first time.”

From the reviews

I am a mom of two young children and was experiencing significant pain in my neck and shoulder related to breastfeeding and carrying little ones. I woke up one morning, turned the wrong way, and the pain because pretty severe and made it difficult to function.

★★★★★ — Shauna, Apr 2026

Excerpts from public Google reviews, filtered to comments about cupping and the provider's care. Read all 71 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 West End Acupuncture

231 York St, Portland, ME04102

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