Cupping Massage in Ede
Suction cups that release deep tension, as an add-on to your massage.
With me, cupping isn't a standalone treatment but a powerful add-on to your deep tissue, sports or signature massage. With gentle suction cups I lift your tissue upward instead of pressing down: that opens up circulation, releases stuck fascia and finally gives deep knots room to let go.
- Add-on to any table massage
- Pairs perfectly with deep tissue & sports
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What to expect from cupping during your massage
I weave cupping seamlessly into your massage. Here is what a session with cupping looks like, from intake to aftercare.
Arrival & intake
We talk through your symptoms and goals, and whether cupping is the right choice for you that day. Any contraindication? Then we choose something else together.
Warming up with massage
First I warm your muscles and tissue with massage. Warm tissue responds better to the suction and the treatment feels more pleasant.
Cupping on the tension areas
I place the cups on your back, shoulders or other problem areas. Sometimes I let them sit, sometimes I glide them across your skin with oil for a deeper, moving effect.
Finishing & aftercare
We finish with massage and I explain what the round marks mean and how to care for them. Drink plenty of water afterwards to support the removal of waste products.
What is cupping massage?
Cupping is an age-old technique in which I create a vacuum on your skin with special cups. Instead of pressing down, like in a regular massage, the suction lifts your skin and the tissue beneath it upward. This creates space between layers of tissue that normally stay stuck together.
I usually work with silicone or glass cups that I glide across your oiled skin. This moving form, also called gliding cupping or myofascial decompression, combines the benefits of massage with the unique pull of the cups. For stubborn knots I sometimes let a cup sit in place for a few minutes.
The round marks that sometimes remain are not bruises. They are a temporary discolouration caused by fresh, oxygen-rich blood being drawn to the area. For most people this fades within a few days to a week. Read more about when and why cupping works.
Is cupping right for you?
Cupping is a strong add-on if you...
- Struggle with stubborn knots or chronic tension that won't let go
- Play sports and want to speed up recovery after hard training
- Feel tight, stuck connective tissue or fascia
- Have sluggish circulation and your muscles tire or stiffen quickly
- Are curious about cupping and want to experience it safely with a trained therapist
- Like firm, targeted work that goes deeper than a relaxation massage
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Benefits of cupping massage
Boosts circulation
The suction draws fresh, oxygen-rich blood into tense tissue. More flow means faster recovery.
Releases fascia
Cupping lifts the fascia and loosens adhesions that limit your range of motion. You move more freely again.
Loosens deep knots
The pull reaches knots and trigger points from a different angle than pressing massage. Stubborn tension finally gets room.
Speeds up recovery
Ideal after intense exercise. Cupping supports the recovery process so you bounce back sooner.
Helps clear waste products
Through improved circulation, cupping helps your body clear waste products faster. Drink plenty of water afterwards.
Calms the nervous system
Although it works powerfully, many people find cupping deeply relaxing. Tension melts away, body and mind come to rest.
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What clients say about Michalis
Best massage I have ever had! I arrived with an overtired body and quite a few aches. After the massage they were almost completely gone. Michalis is very relaxed and the location is a lovely, serene environment. I will definitely be back!
My experience with Michalis was out of this world good and I highly recommend him!
Fantastic experience. Michalis really takes the time to listen to what you need. The pressure was perfect, firm but never too much. I felt like a new person afterwards.
Wonderful man, lovely energy.
Been several times and it's great every time. The studio is calm, Michalis is professional and you feel at ease right away. Highly recommended!
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What does cupping cost at Michalis?
Cupping is an add-on, not a standalone treatment. You choose a base massage and add cupping while booking for €15. That way your tissue is already warmed up and I apply cupping exactly where you need it.
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Frequently asked questions about cupping massage
No, cupping is safe when performed by a trained therapist who discusses your health beforehand. The round marks that may remain are not injuries, but a temporary discolouration from improved circulation. Cupping is not advised with, among other things, blood thinners, a blood clotting disorder, pregnancy, varicose veins on the treatment area, or fragile or damaged skin. That's why we always discuss beforehand whether it is the right choice for you at that moment.
Want to know more about safety? Read my in-depth blog on whether cupping is dangerous.
They are not bruises. The suction draws fresh blood into the tissue, which creates a temporary discolouration. The colour says something about the degree of stagnation in that area. It isn't painful and fades on its own.
Usually between two days and a week, depending on your skin, your circulation and how strong the suction was. Staying well hydrated and moving gently help the marks fade faster.
Absolutely. Just keep in mind that the round marks can be visible for a few days, which stands out in summer with short clothing or at the beach. Have a wedding, photoshoot or holiday coming up? Then we plan the cupping around it, or I focus on areas that stay covered by clothing.
No. You mainly feel a pulling, sometimes warm sensation on your skin. Most people find it relaxing. With gliding cupping over oiled skin it feels like a reverse massage. Does something feel uncomfortable? Then I adjust the suction right away.
No, I offer cupping as an add-on to a deep tissue, sports or signature massage, not as a standalone treatment. That's when it works best: your tissue is already warmed up by the massage and I can apply cupping precisely where you need it. So you book a massage and tick cupping while reserving.
You add cupping for €15 on top of the price of your massage. You choose your base massage (deep tissue, sports or signature) and select cupping as an add-on while booking.
Cupping is not advised with blood thinners, blood clotting disorders, pregnancy, varicose veins or open or fragile skin on the treatment area, and with fever or an active infection. In doubt? Let me know beforehand and we'll look at what's possible together. It is your responsibility to inform me about medical conditions or injuries before the treatment.
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Ready to add cupping to your massage?
Choose your base massage and tick cupping while booking. Not sure if cupping suits you? Feel free to get in touch and I'll think along with you.
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