Warsaw · Aleje Jerozolimskie 200 (ZONE Fitness) Mon–Fri 9:00–21:00 · Sat 9:00–20:00 +48 780 646 601
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Cupping therapy Warsaw

Cupping therapy is an effective complement to massage and physiotherapy for muscle pain and tension. We use vacuum cups (dry cupping) as one of our soft tissue techniques: for neck and back tension, overload after training and pain that keeps coming back after a regular massage.

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  • Physiotherapy220 zł / 50 min
  • Therapeutic massage220 zł / 60 min
Vacuum cups placed along a patient’s leg – cupping therapy – Fizjo-Fan, Warsaw

What is cupping therapy?

Cupping means placing cups on the skin and creating suction inside them. The cup draws the skin and underlying tissues upwards – instead of pressing on them, as in a classic massage, it lifts and stretches them. This changes blood flow in the skin, and the stimulated receptors in the skin and fascia influence how pain and muscle tension are perceived.

We use vacuum cups (dry cupping) – their suction is easy to adjust to your tissues and comfort.

When cupping makes sense

  • neck and upper back tension and pain from desk work – see also neck pain,
  • muscular lower back pain,
  • overload in active people – calves, thighs, glutes, shoulder girdle,
  • stiffness that keeps returning despite massage and stretching,
  • as an add-on to therapeutic or sports massage – in areas that are hard to reach by hand.

Static cups and cupping massage

Static cups

The cups stay in one place for a few minutes. This gives the strongest stimulus and usually leaves clear marks.

Cupping massage

The cup glides over oiled skin. It covers a larger area, feels like a deep massage and usually leaves fainter marks.

We often combine both in one session, and cupping is only part of it – alongside massage, manual therapy and exercise.

What the research says

Reviews of studies suggest that cupping can reduce pain in the short term – the best evidence is for neck pain and low back pain. At the same time, studies comparing real cupping with a convincing sham treatment show smaller differences. That is why we treat cupping as one tool rather than a stand-alone therapy.

What a session at Fizjo-Fan looks like

  1. Interview and assessment – we look for the source of the problem and rule out contraindications.
  2. Cupping on selected areas – static or gliding, with suction adjusted to your tissues and comfort.
  3. Massage or manual therapy – cupping is usually part of a longer visit, not a separate treatment.
  4. Advice – exercises and tips so the effect does not disappear after a few days.

After the treatment

Cupping marks usually fade within a few days to about a week. The skin may be tender for a day, and the muscles may feel as after a deeper massage. Moving and staying hydrated helps; on the day of treatment it is better to skip the sauna and very intense training.

If pain keeps returning in the same place, cupping alone is not enough – we then start with a physiotherapy consultation to find the cause.

FAQ

Cupping therapy – FAQ

What kind of cups do you use?
Vacuum cups – suction is created with a pump or by squeezing the cup, so its strength is easy to adjust. The cups can stay in one place or glide over the skin, depending on what your tissues need.
Will cupping leave marks?
Usually yes – round red or purple marks where the cups were placed. They come from suction acting on small blood vessels in the skin, not from an injury. They typically fade within a few days to about a week. If you would rather avoid them (e.g. before an important event), let us know – we can use gliding cups or choose another technique.
Does cupping hurt?
It should not. You feel a clear pulling and stretching of the skin, which can be uncomfortable over tense areas. We adjust the suction as we go – if anything feels too strong, just say so.
How much does cupping cost?
We use cupping as part of a physiotherapy visit (50 min – 220 zł) or a therapeutic massage (60 min – 220 zł) when it suits your problem. Current rates are in our price list.
Are there any contraindications?
Yes – including skin lesions, wounds, burns or infections in the treated area, bleeding disorders and anticoagulants, varicose veins or thrombosis in the area, fever, cancer, and – in pregnancy – the abdomen and lower back. We rule these out in a short interview before the treatment.
See also

Related services at Fizjo-Fan

Myofascial massage

Myofascial massage in Warsaw – slow fascia work for stiffness, overload and scars. Done by a physiotherapist after a movement assessment.

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Sports massage

Sports massage in Warsaw for runners, gym-goers and competitive athletes: post-training recovery, pre-event preparation, less muscle tension.

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Therapeutic massage

Therapeutic massage in Warsaw performed by a physiotherapist: neck and shoulder tension, back pain, strain from desk work and training.

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Getting here

How to find us

The clinic is located inside the ZONE Fitness club at Aleje Jerozolimskie 200 – entrance from the car park. There is a changing room on site (padlock available at reception), so you can come straight from work or training.

  • Address: Aleje Jerozolimskie 200, 02-486 Warsaw (Włochy district)
  • By car: parking next to the building – first 3 hours free (entrance from Kleszczowa St. and Al. Jerozolimskie).
  • By bus: Łopuszańska 02/04 and Zajezdnia Kleszczowa stops – 2–4 min walk.
  • Nearby: Włochy, Ochota, Ursus, Wola, Raków, Okęcie – easy access along Al. Jerozolimskie; 15 min from Chopin Airport.
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