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Zhao Acupuncture and Herbal Clinic (MD China)
4.7 ★★★★★ 67 Google reviews · Cupping therapy in Cambridge, Massachusetts
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Why Zhao Acupuncture and Herbal Clinic (MD China) 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: “approaches Our treatment programs are individualized to meet each patient’s needs. Most treatments include a combination of techniques, such as Chinese herbal tonics, nutrition balancing, acupressure, acupuncture, cupping and tui na.…” source →
Booking your cupping session
- 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
- Walk-ins walk-ins welcome — but calling ahead is safest for a cupping appointment
- Today see hours ·
- Website zhaoacupuncture.com — book and see the full treatment menu
- Phone +1 617-959-3764
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 9 am–5:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 9 am–5:30 pm |
| Thursday | 9 am–5:30 pm |
| Friday | 9 am–5:30 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
What clients say about the cupping here
“I sought treatment for persistent neck pain and stiffness, and the care I have and am receiving is exceptional.”
“Dr Zhao was very professional and patient with me, answering all of my questions, figuring out exactly where my pain was, and starting slowly on my first few visits, checking in on my comfort level.”
“From the very first session, she took the time to listen to my concerns, explain the treatment, and make sure I was comfortable.”
“Zhao will explain the process to you and you may wish to ask her to check in on you halfway through your time to assure you are comfortable with the positions of the needles.”
“The treatments have significantly reduced my neck pain, improved my range of motion, and helped me feel more relaxed overall.”
“Her office is clean and decorated with her beautiful nature photography.”
“I was very nervous and unsure what to expect.”
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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