Cupping Massage
Cupping massage combines classic massage techniques with the use of cupping glasses. The gentle suction stimulates circulation and loosens the muscles. An intense wellness experience.
Duration: 30-60 min.
Intensity: Medium to intense
Benefits
- Combination of massage and cupping
- Stimulates circulation
- Loosens muscles
- Intense wellness experience
- Popular as a complementary treatment
Cupping massage: suction technique for deep tissue
In cupping massage, suction cups — silicone, glass or plastic — are placed on the skin and moved. The negative pressure lifts the tissue upward, working in the opposite direction to classic pressure massage. The result is a deep separation of muscle layers and fascia.
How cupping massage works
Depending on the technique, the cups are either held in place (static cupping) or glided over the skin with oil (dynamic cupping / cupping massage). The cupping massage in wellness studios is almost always the dynamic version — the cups glide over the back, shoulders or legs.
- Suction pulls tissue upward rather than pressing down
- Dynamic: cups glide over skin with oil
- Typical areas: back, shoulders, thighs
What to know about cupping massage
Cupping massage can leave reddish circles or marks on the skin — this is normal and not a sign of injury. They usually fade within a few days. If you have an important event coming up, plan your massage timing accordingly.
- Reddish marks after the massage are normal and fade
- Plan: at least 3–5 days before events with exposed skin
- Duration: usually 30–60 minutes as part of a larger massage
Is cupping massage painful?
It can feel intense, especially in tense areas. Most people experience it as a strong pulling pressure — less comfortable than gentle massage, but not painful. The therapist can adjust the suction level.
Who should avoid cupping massage?
People with sensitive skin, skin inflammation or varicose veins in the area should mention this when booking. If you take blood thinners or other medications, check with your doctor first.
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How much does a Cupping Massage cost?
In Germany between 35€ and 98€ for 60 minutes.
Prices vary depending on the city and studio.
Cupping Massage in your city
Düsseldorffrom 50€Berlinfrom 55€Münchenfrom 50€Neuburg an der Donaufrom 50€Deggendorffrom 43€Nordhornfrom 55€Frankenthalfrom 50€Kölnfrom 58€Schweichfrom 75€Bad LippspringeBodenkirchenfrom 55€Geldernfrom 60€Penzbergfrom 79€Neunkirchen-Seelscheidfrom 59€HamelnOsnabrückfrom 57€Erdingfrom 55€Tuttlingenfrom 65€Neuwiedfrom 75€Fuldatalfrom 49€Dülmenfrom 47€Neustadt an der Orlafrom 54€Kämpfelbachfrom 45€Haltern am Seefrom 47€Obermeitingenfrom 53€Landshutfrom 55€Sennfeldfrom 45€Bad StebenBurladingenfrom 48€Lambsheimfrom 65€
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The information on this page is for general guidance only and does not constitute medical advice. For health-related questions, please consult a doctor.