Recovery · Cupping · Hijama · St Albans
We use deep-tissue-style hands-on work, muscle scraping, dry or fire cupping and Hijama, individually or combined around what you actually need.
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Read our 5-star Google reviews Private one-to-one clinic Pre-assessment required Open 7 days until late Free parking
Choose your route
You do not need to understand every technique before you contact us. Choose the route that sounds closest, then use the short guides if you want to understand it properly before booking.
For a tight, sore or overloaded area, gym recovery, desk or manual-work strain, or when ordinary massage has not been enough.
Hijama is wet cupping. Suction is followed by small superficial scratches to the surface of the skin and controlled blood removal.
For clients who want cupping without scratches or blood removal. Dry cupping here is not always static. Where appropriate, cups can move and be used with active or passive movement.
Sessions and pricing
Recovery is booked by time and coverage, with dry cupping, IASTM or percussion included when useful rather than sold as surprise add-ons. Hijama is booked by cup coverage. Dry and Fire Cupping are shorter standalone appointments.
Deep tissue & recovery
Focused deep-tissue-style hands-on work for one main area, with dry cupping, Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilisation (IASTM) or percussion used where useful.
Back, neck, shoulders, glutes, hamstrings, calves or another single focus area.
Most Clients Choose This
Focused hands-on muscle work for one main area with Hijama blood cupping (wet cupping) included where suitable.
One recurring area where you want direct muscular work and Hijama blood cupping together.
Several areas
A longer session for several tight or overloaded areas, using deep tissue work, cupping or Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilisation (IASTM) where useful.
Heavy training blocks, several problem areas or broader muscular recovery.
Most comprehensive
Full-body muscle recovery across several areas with Hijama blood cupping (wet cupping) included where suitable.
Several loaded areas, post-event recovery or a broader recovery reset with Hijama.
Returning Recovery clients continuing the same or a related area within 8 weeks can use the reduced follow-up rate shown at booking.
Client feedback
Live Google reviews from people who have visited the St Albans clinic.
Why clients choose Herts Cupping
Client satisfaction is the priority, but I prefer to prove that through how the clinic works. Every new client is pre-assessed, the options are explained clearly, and I will tell you if I do not think a session here is appropriate.
Some issues are straightforward; others are genuinely trial and response. If that is the reality, I will be upfront about it rather than promise an outcome I cannot guarantee.
The aim is not to get everyone through the door. It is to make sure the appointment is appropriate and you feel properly looked after.
A short pre-assessment is required for new clients. If your symptoms or circumstances suggest another route should come first, I will tell you.
You deal with one practitioner. Hands-on work, IASTM, percussion and movement-led dry cupping are used only where they make sense for the session.
You leave with clear aftercare, I follow up afterwards, and WhatsApp chat is available 24/7 if you have a question or concern about the session.
We check that you are happy with the service and everything has been explained before payment is taken. This is about service standards, not promising a medical outcome.
At the appointment
We discuss the main issue, check suitability and explain the approach before treatment starts. You remain in control throughout.
We discuss the main area, history, what you have tried and what you want from the session.
We check the area, explain what makes sense and only use methods that add value.
You leave knowing what to expect afterwards, with clear aftercare and direct support if you need it.
Who you will work with
“I started Herts Cupping because I wanted the kind of treatment experience I struggled to find myself: one person who listens, explains what they are doing, adapts the session and still cares how you are getting on afterwards.”
Lead Practitioner · Cupping, Hijama & Recovery
Before your first visit
The detailed preparation and safety guides are still available if you need them.
Choose Targeted Recovery for one main area and Full Body Recovery when several areas need meaningful treatment time.
After consultation and initial suction, small superficial scratches are made to the surface of the skin at the selected points before the cups are reapplied. The process and aftercare are explained before treatment begins. Read the full What is Hijama guide.
Wear comfortable, loose clothing. For Hijama, leave at least 2 hours without food before your session and stay hydrated. You do not need to fast all day.
Dry and fire cupping can leave temporary round marks. Hijama can also leave round marks plus small superficial scratch sites. Your aftercare is explained before you leave.
Message first if you are pregnant, take blood-thinning medication, have a blood disorder, uncontrolled diabetes, active infection, fever, significant swelling, new weakness or numbness, or severe unexplained symptoms. Female practitioner availability is for Hijama only and should also be confirmed first.
St Albans · Hertfordshire · Open 7 days
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