Myofascial Cupping
Myofascial Cupping is a soft tissue therapy that encourages healing by creating suction pressure.
Service Description
Myofascial Cupping is a modern evolution of an ancient healing practice used for centuries across East Asia to relieve pain, improve circulation, and restore healthy tissue function. Traditionally performed with heated glass cups, the method has developed into a safe, clinical soft‑tissue therapy using silicone or vacuum‑based cups to create controlled negative pressure on the skin. This gentle suction lifts the fascia and underlying tissues, helping release restrictions that contribute to tightness, discomfort, and reduced mobility. At our Cambridge clinic, Myofascial Cupping is applied through a contemporary sports‑therapy lens. By decompressing the tissues rather than compressing them—as in traditional massage—the technique creates space within the fascial layers, encourages fluid movement, and enhances the body’s natural healing response. This makes it particularly effective for active individuals, those with postural strain, and clients managing chronic muscular tension. Different cupping methods allow the treatment to be tailored to your needs. Flash cupping uses quick, rhythmic applications to stimulate circulation without strong skin reactions. Dry or static cupping holds cups in place for short periods to soften tight tissues and improve mobility. Massage or glide cupping moves the cups across the skin, combining the benefits of cupping with deep‑tissue massage to release stubborn adhesions and improve fascial glide. The suction created by the cups draws blood, lymph, and interstitial fluids toward the surface, promoting tissue repair and reducing inflammation. This decompression effect helps restore movement, reduce pain, and improve overall tissue health. Temporary marks may appear after treatment; these are normal physiological responses and part of the healing process. Benefits include: • Reduced muscle tightness and pain • Improved circulation and lymphatic flow • Enhanced mobility and range of motion • Release of fascial restrictions and adhesions • Support for recovery from training or injury • Improved tissue hydration and overall function Myofascial Cupping offers a powerful combination of traditional wisdom and modern therapeutic technique, helping your body move more freely, recover more effectively, and feel balanced and restored.
Cancellation Policy
CANCELLATION POLICY 1.1. BetterBody Me cancellation policy is 24 hours. You must notify us of any cancellation at least 24 hours prior to the treatment time to be eligible for a full refund. Appointments that are not attended or that are cancelled within 24 hours will be charged at the full rate (or one session will be deducted in lieu if purchased as part of a package). 1.1.1. Please email or telephone (and leave a message if the call is not answered) BetterBody Me to cancel an appointment as soon as is possible if a foreseeable event is likely to prevent you from attending, for example illness, caring responsibilities or adverse weather conditions. 1.1.2. An invoice for any cancellation / ‘no show’ charges will be sent to you by email for payment by bank transfer within 7 days. Following a cancellation, payment must be received before any further massage bookings can be taken. 1.1.3. We understand that there are sometimes exceptional circumstances that prevent you us from keeping appointments at the last minute, for example CoVId19 symptoms, complications with pregnancy or a long- term medical condition which varies from day-to-day. In instances such as these we will discuss cost implications with you on a case by case basis. 1.1.4. If any cancellation is made by the BetterBody Me team then an alternative treatment date will be provided, if this is not suitable then a full refund will be provided. 1.2. It is important that our agreed appointment time and duration is adhered to. We appreciate that sometimes, things happen, and you may arrive a little later or need to leave a bit earlier than planned. If possible please call us to let us know that this is the case. 1.2.1. We cannot make up the missed time by overrunning or adding time to future appointments.
Contact Details
The Quad Cambridge, Castle Park, Cambridge CB3 0AX, UK