CUPPING

Suction that pulls healing to the surface.

An ancient technique made modern. At MBODY in Westlake Village, cupping isn’t an add-on- it’s a clinical tool applied by expert hands to release tension, restore circulation, and get you moving without restriction.

Cupping therapy uses negative pressure- rather than compression- to lift soft tissue, increase blood flow, and break up adhesions in the fascia. What looks dramatic on the outside is actually a deep release happening beneath the skin.

“Not all tension releases from the top down. Sometimes you have to pull it up.”

At MBODY, cupping is practiced by clinicians who understand the body structurally. That means we’re not just placing the cups- we’re targeting specific tissue patterns, coordinating with your movement, and integrating it into a broader plan for how your body feels and functions.

It can be used alone or layered into massage, bodywork, or physical therapy for a more complete session.

Four techniques.
One goal.

Static cupping.

Cups are placed and held in targeted areas to draw circulation to the surface, decompress tissue, and relieve localized tension. Simple, effective, and deeply relaxing.

Best for: concentrated tension, trigger points, localized pain

Dynamic cupping.

Cups glide along the skin with gentle oil, releasing fascial restrictions across broader areas. Think of it as a massage in reverse- lifting instead of pressing

Best for: fascial tightness, broader muscle groups, flexibility.

Active cupping.

Movement is incorporated during the session- you breathe, reach, or rotate while the cups are in place. This allows the tissue to release under load, producing more lasting change.

Best for: Rehab, mobility restrictions, injury recovery

Functional cupping.

The most aggressive technique. Cups are moved during functional movements to maximize effectiveness.

Best for: athletes, injury recovery, maximum benefit.

What cupping actually does.

  • Increases circulation

    Suction draws fresh blood into the area, delivering oxygen and nutrients that speed tissue repair.

  • Releases fascial restriction

    Fascia- the connective tissue wrapped around everything- responds to negative pressure in ways that compression alone can’t achieve.

  • Reduced muscle tension

    By decompressing the tissue, cupping allows overworked muscles let go- often within a single session.

  • Supports lymphatic drainage

    The lifting action encourages lymph flow, reducing puffiness and supporting the body’s natural detox process.

  • Breaks up scar tissue

    Particularly effective post-surgery or postpartum- cupping softens adhesions and supports more complete healing.

Ready to
let it go?

Book a standalone cupping session or ask about adding it to your next physical therapy or bodywork session. Our team will build the right session for what your body actually needs.

Experience the difference.

Our cupping and bodywork sessions are scheduled directly with your clinician to ensure the right fit and timing for both of you. Fill out the form below and someone from our team will be in touch within 1 business day to get you scheduled. Need something sooner? Call 805.750.0209 and our team will assist you.

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