Cupping therapy in Durban: wet, dry and massage cupping
Cupping is a traditional practice that uses gentle suction cups on the skin. I offer wet cupping, dry cupping and massage cupping at the Durban clinic, in a calm and private space for women.
Three types of cupping
Dry cupping. The cups create gentle suction on your skin and stay in place for a few minutes. Nothing breaks the skin. It is commonly used for muscle tension.
Wet cupping. This starts like dry cupping. Then the skin is lightly pricked and the cups are placed again to draw out a small amount of blood. It is the traditional form of cupping.
Massage cupping. Oil goes on first, and the cups glide across your skin with soft suction, a little like a deep massage. Many women find it relaxing for tight shoulders and a stiff back.
What to expect
I start by asking about your health and what you would like from the session, then explain each step before I begin. You can ask questions at any point, and you can stop whenever you want to.
Cupping usually leaves round marks where the cups sat. They come from the suction, they are not usually sore, and they fade over the following days.
With wet cupping, hygiene comes first. Single-use equipment is used for every client and disposed of safely after your session.
Experience you can trust
I qualified in cupping in Malaysia in 2012. It is where my healing work began. During that training, the women I worked on kept opening up to me about what they were carrying, and I began to see that healing often needs to go deeper than the body. Cupping is still part of my practice today, alongside BodyTalk and coaching.
How we work together
A free discovery call
Fifteen minutes to talk about what you are going through and whether this is the right fit. Online, private, no obligation.
Your first session
At the Durban clinic. I listen first, then guide the session at a pace that feels safe for you.
Feel the shift
You may notice something lighten. Together we decide what comes next, with no pressure to book more than you need.
Questions women often ask
Does cupping hurt?
Some women describe the suction as a strong pulling or tight feeling rather than pain. I adjust the pressure to what feels right for you and check in as I go. With wet cupping, the light pricking of the skin is quick and shallow.
What are the marks and how long do they last?
The round marks come from the suction drawing blood toward the surface of the skin. They are usually not sore, and they fade on their own over the following days. How dark they look varies from person to person.
What is the difference between wet and dry cupping?
Dry cupping uses suction alone and leaves your skin unbroken. Wet cupping adds one more step. The skin is lightly pricked and the cups go back on to draw out a small amount of blood. I will explain both and help you choose.
How should I prepare?
Eat lightly beforehand, drink water and wear comfortable clothes. Before your session, tell me about any health conditions or medication you take, especially blood thinners, so I can advise you safely.
Is it for women only?
Yes. I work with women only, so the clinic is a calm, private space where you can relax. If you have any questions about modesty or what to wear, ask on your free discovery call and I will talk you through it.
How much does it cost?
Every plan is tailored to you, so I share pricing on your free discovery call. There is no obligation to book anything afterwards.
Visit the clinic
The Durban Runner Medical Centre, 351 Lilian Ngoyi Road, Morningside, Durban 4001.
Mon to Fri 08:00 to 17:00
Sat 08:00 to 12:00
Take the first small step
A free 15-minute discovery call. No pressure, completely private, and just for you.