Neurocupping | neuromuscular therapy training for massage therapists
Learn Neuromuscular Cupping Therapy with NCBTMB-approved CE courses. Get better results with chronic pain patterns, TMJ, post-surgical cases, and athletes.
Neuromuscular Cupping Therapy Training for Massage Therapists & Manual Touch Practitioners
Learn effective cupping methods that resolve chronic pain patterns, for good. This unique training offers a nervous system-first approach, clinical reasoning, and client communication that improves buy-in and results.
NCBTMB-approved home-study Continuing Education courses for Massage Therapists
Adaptable for chronic pain, TMJ, post-surgical recovery, athletes, and complex presentations
Self-paced online learning with immediate, lifeitme access
Trusted by 1,000+ trained practitioners. Built from real clinical experience.
Neuromuscular Cupping Therapy Training for Massage Therapists & Manual Touch Practitioners
Learn effective cupping methods that resolve chronic pain patterns, for good. This unique training offers a nervous system-first approach, clinical reasoning, and client communication that improves buy-in and results.
NCBTMB-approved home-study Continuing Education courses for Massage Therapists
Adaptable for chronic pain, TMJ, post-surgical recovery, athletes, and complex presentations
Self-paced online learning with immediate, lifeitme access
Trusted by 1,000+ trained practitioners. Built from real clinical experience.
What Is Neuromuscular Cupping Therapy?
NeuroCupping is a modern Cupping Therapy education company led by Gretchen Popp. We teach cupping therapy as a clinical skill, not a set of rigid protocols. This allows our graduates to integrate it into their existing bodywork style and work with clients more effectively.
Learn the “why” behind cupping applications (physiology + pain science)
Understand pain patterns instead of chasing symptoms
Communicate clearly so clients feel safe, invested, and consistent
• Learn the “why” behind cupping applications (physiology + pain science)
• Understand pain patterns instead of chasing symptoms
• Communicate clearly so clients feel safe, invested, and consistent
What Is Neuromuscular Cupping Therapy?
NeuroCupping is a modern Cupping Therapy education company led by Gretchen Popp. We teach cupping therapy as a clinical skill, not a set of rigid protocols. This allows our graduates to integrate it into their existing bodywork style and work with clients more effectively.
Learn the “why” behind cupping applications (physiology + pain science)
Understand pain patterns instead of chasing symptoms
Communicate clearly so clients feel safe, invested, and consistent
• Learn the “why” behind cupping applications (physiology + pain science)
• Understand pain patterns instead of chasing symptoms
• Communicate clearly so clients feel safe, invested, and consistent
Who NeuroCupping Training Is For
• Massage therapists and manual touch practitioners who want better results working with and resolving chronic pain
• Practitioners ready to go beyond surface-level cupping education
• Clinicians working with special populations (TMJ, post-surgical recovery, athletes, complex cases)
• Bodyworkers who want to improve outcomes without overworking themselves
neuromuscular Cupping therapy is for you if…
You’re a massage therapist/bodyworker who wants a more structured approach to cupping therapy
You’ve learned cupping before, but it still feels inconsistent or “hit or miss”
You work with chronic pain clients and want better pattern recognition
You want clients to feel confident in your plan (and commit to care)
You’re tired of relying on hands-only work to solve everything
You want cupping techniques you can apply immediately and repeat consistently
You want CE credits that actually translate into better sessions
You want to grow your pain-relief skill set with integrity and professionalism
This probably isn’t the right fit if:
You’re looking for quick hacks without learning assessment + reasoning
You want a purely “spa cupping” style without a clinical pain-pattern lens
neuromuscular Cupping therapy is for you if…
You’re a massage therapist/bodyworker who wants a more structured approach to cupping therapy
You’ve learned cupping before, but it still feels inconsistent or “hit or miss”
You work with chronic pain clients and want better pattern recognition
You want clients to feel confident in your plan (and commit to care)
You’re tired of relying on hands-only work to solve everything
You want cupping techniques you can apply immediately and repeat consistently
You want CE credits that actually translate into better sessions
You want to grow your pain-relief skill set with integrity and professionalism
This probably isn’t the right fit if:
You’re looking for quick hacks without learning assessment + reasoning
You want a purely “spa cupping” style without a clinical pain-pattern lens
A Neuromuscular Approach to Cupping Therapy
Many cupping trainings teach what to do. Neuromuscular Cupping Therapy teaches practitioners why each application works, so you can adapt cupping therapy to different bodies, different pain patterns, and real-life cases.
Nervous system-first application
Pain patterns + clinical reasoning
Movement integration for durable change
Client communication for better buy-in
Practical, session-ready techniques
Nervous system-first application
Pain patterns + clinical reasoning
Movement integration for lasting change & better function
Client communication for better buy-in
Practical, session-ready techniques
• Nervous system-first application
• Pain patterns + clinical reasoning
• Movement integration for durable change
• Client communication for better buy-in
• Practical, session-ready techniques
A Neuromuscular Approach to Cupping Therapy
Many cupping trainings teach what to do. Neuromuscular Cupping Therapy teaches practitioners why each application works, so you can adapt cupping therapy to different bodies, different pain patterns, and real-life cases.
Nervous system-first application
Pain patterns + clinical reasoning
Movement integration for durable change
Client communication for better buy-in
Practical, session-ready techniques
Nervous system-first application
Pain patterns + clinical reasoning
Movement integration for lasting change & better function
Client communication for better buy-in
Practical, session-ready techniques
• Nervous system-first application
• Pain patterns + clinical reasoning
• Movement integration for durable change
• Client communication for better buy-in
• Practical, session-ready techniques
Start Here: Free Training
New to NeuroCupping, or want to see if this approach fits your practice?
Start with the free training for a clear breakdown of the method and how to apply it in real sessions.
Start Here:
Free Training
New to NeuroCupping, or want to see if this approach fits your practice?
Start with the free training for a clear breakdown of the method and how to apply it in real sessions.
Online Cupping Therapy Courses
Self-paced online trainings designed to improve client outcomes and practitioner confidence.
Neuromuscular Cupping Therapy Practitioner Certificate
(37 CE)
Complete upper + lower body training to apply NeuroCupping across the full body for common—and uncommon—pain patterns.
NCT Side Lying Skills
(7 CE)
Work confidently with clients who can’t be prone or supine, and access key regions more effectively in side-lying.
Therapeutic Facial Cupping
(3.5 CE)
Neck, face, and jaw techniques for TMJ patterns, headaches, and above-the-shoulder presentations.
Cupping for Surgical Scars, Amputation & Lymph
(2 CE)
Cupping strategies for orthopedic recovery, scar considerations, and an intro to lymph support applications.
Cuppasana (not yet CE-approved)
Yin-based cupping experiences for group classes or elevated 1:1 sessions for professionals allowed to use touch in class settings.
Online Cupping Therapy Courses
Self-paced online trainings designed to improve client outcomes and practitioner confidence.
Neuromuscular Cupping Therapy Practitioner Certificate
(37 CE)
Complete upper + lower body training to apply NeuroCupping across the full body for common—and uncommon—pain patterns.
NCT Side Lying Skills
(7 CE)
Work confidently with clients who can’t be prone or supine, and access key regions more effectively in side-lying.
Therapeutic Facial Cupping
(3.5 CE)
Neck, face, and jaw techniques for TMJ patterns, headaches, and above-the-shoulder presentations.
Cupping for Surgical Scars, Amputation & Lymph
(2 CE)
Cupping strategies for orthopedic recovery, scar considerations, and an intro to lymph support applications.
Cuppasana (not yet CE-approved)
Yin-based cupping experiences for group classes or elevated 1:1 sessions for professionals allowed to use touch in class settings.
Results + Practitioner Feedback
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
HEAR ELEANOR'S STORY
“This is hands-down the best money I’ve
spent on a continuing education course”
~ Eleanor
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
HEAR DAYNA'S STORYI
“It’s a Game-Changer”
~ Dayna
the results speak for themselves
raving
Reviews
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
HEAR ANTHONY'S STORY
“Not a session goes by where I’m not using a cup or another.”
~ Anthony
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
HEAR JOLENE'S STORY
Let the voices of your delighted clients sing your praises here. Let the words inspire your readers into action.
~ Client name
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
HEAR JENNIFER'S STORY
"It's an absolute Game Changer!"
~ Jennifer
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
HEAR ANDIE'S STORYI
"I've been able to use all of this knowledge to make my Massage better!"
~ Andie
the results speak for themselves
raving
Reviews
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
HEAR GRACE'S STORY
"I Really Do LOVE This Course!"
~ Grace
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
HEAR JOLENE'S STORY
Let the voices of your delighted clients sing your praises here. Let the words inspire your readers into action.
~ Client name
Results + Practitioner Feedback
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
HEAR ELEANOR'S STORY
“This is hands-down the best money I’ve
spent on a continuing education course”
~ Eleanor
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
HEAR DAYNA'S STORYI
“It’s a Game-Changer”
~ Dayna
the results speak for themselves
raving
Reviews
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
HEAR ANTHONY'S STORY
“Not a session goes by where I’m not using a cup or another.”
~ Anthony
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
HEAR JOLENE'S STORY
Let the voices of your delighted clients sing your praises here. Let the words inspire your readers into action.
~ Client name
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
HEAR JENNIFER'S STORY
"It's an absolute Game Changer!"
~ Jennifer
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
HEAR ANDIE'S STORYI
"I've been able to use all of this knowledge to make my Massage better!"
~ Andie
the results speak for themselves
raving
Reviews
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
HEAR GRACE'S STORY
"I Really Do LOVE This Course!"
~ Grace
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
HEAR JOLENE'S STORY
Let the voices of your delighted clients sing your praises here. Let the words inspire your readers into action.
~ Client name
Find a NeuroCupping-Trained Practitioner
Looking for cupping therapy in your area from someone trained in the NeuroCupping approach? Use our directory to find practitioners who have completed qualifying training.
Find a NeuroCupping-Trained Practitioner
Looking for cupping therapy in your area from someone trained in the NeuroCupping approach? Use our directory to find practitioners who have completed qualifying training.
Meet Gretchen
Gretchen Popp built and led one of the highest-rated massage therapy clinics in a saturated, health-conscious market, then brought her in-clinic training system online. She has now trained over 1,000 practitioners worldwide with a method that combines neuromuscular roots, modern pain science, and practical cupping application.
Meet Gretchen Popp
RMT, CCH, CCN, RYT200, CHT
Gretchen Popp built and led one of the highest-rated massage therapy clinics in a saturated, health-conscious market, then brought her in-clinic training system online. She has now trained over 1,000 practitioners worldwide with a method that combines neuromuscular roots, modern pain science, and practical cupping application.
Meet Gretchen Popp
RMT, CCH, CCN, RYT200, CHT
Gretchen Popp built and led one of the highest-rated massage therapy clinics in a saturated, health-conscious market, then brought her in-clinic training system online. She has now trained over 1,000 practitioners worldwide with a method that combines neuromuscular roots, modern pain science, and practical cupping application.
Reviews From OUR GRADUATES
“It’s helped me grow my confidence and effectiveness with clients.”
It’s helped me make a name for myself locally as the person you go to when you’re hurting.
- Fawn French
“My whole approach to doing massages have changed and my clients love the results.”
I love the fact that I have lifelong access and can rewatch whenever I need to.
- Sabrina Fisser
“I was able to implement your techniques… right away.”
It is extremely useful to be able to go back to your videos for a refresher.
- Ewelina Auchter
“I have been cupping for years… but much of my training had no why behind it.”
This course has enhanced [my] scientific understanding.
- Shannon Marie Basco
“This course is really opening my mind and breathing new life into the way I treat my clients.”
It has already changed how I teach cupping therapy to my own students.
- Stephanie Lochmueller
“Your knowledge is impressive and this information has greatly improved my practice.”
- Dana Russell
“My cupping skills are 1000% better and more effective.”
- Diana Villegas
“You didn’t just talk at me or read a script. You taught me.”
Explained how to really understand… what my client was telling me… and the reasons why
- Kerri Bedio
“So complete in every sense of the word.”
I loved the support… and how profound yet simple the information is… to understand the why and how.
- Gladys Soto Robles
“The videos were short and… easy to understand.”
Demos were great to watch.
- Debra Wahl
“The detailed content… has significantly improved my ability to educate my clients.”
This knowledge has allowed me to narrow down root causes and work more efficiently.
- Anthony Rodriguez
“The detailed content… has significantly improved my ability to educate my clients.”
This knowledge has allowed me to narrow down root causes and work more efficiently.
- Anthony Rodriguez
Reviews From
OUR GRADUATES
“It’s helped me grow my confidence and effectiveness with clients.”
It’s helped me make a name for myself locally as the person you go to when you’re hurting.
- Fawn French
“My whole approach to doing massages have changed and my clients love the results.”
I love the fact that I have lifelong access and can rewatch whenever I need to.
- Sabrina Fisser
“I was able to implement your techniques… right away.”
It is extremely useful to be able to go back to your videos for a refresher.
- Ewelina Auchter
“I have been cupping for years… but much of my training had no why behind it.”
This course has enhanced [my] scientific understanding.
- Shannon Marie Basco
“This course is really opening my mind and breathing new life into the way I treat my clients.”
It has already changed how I teach cupping therapy to my own students.
- Stephanie Lochmueller
“Your knowledge is impressive and this information has greatly improved my practice.”
- Dana Russell
“My cupping skills are 1000% better and more effective.”
- Diana Villegas
“You didn’t just talk at me or read a script. You taught me.”
Explained how to really understand… what my client was telling me… and the reasons why
- Kerri Bedio
“So complete in every sense of the word.”
I loved the support… and how profound yet simple the information is… to understand the why and how.
- Gladys Soto Robles
“The videos were short and… easy to understand.”
Demos were great to watch.
- Debra Wahl
“The detailed content… has significantly improved my ability to educate my clients.”
This knowledge has allowed me to narrow down root causes and work more efficiently.
- Anthony Rodriguez
“The detailed content… has significantly improved my ability to educate my clients.”
This knowledge has allowed me to narrow down root causes and work more efficiently.
- Anthony Rodriguez
Scope & Continuing Education
NeuroCupping provides education for licensed professionals. Always follow your local licensing board rules and scope of practice. CE credit availability varies by course; NCBTMB home-study credits are listed on each course page.
Ready to SEE WHAT MAKES NEUROMUSCULAR CUPPING THERAPY DIFFERENT?
Scope & Continuing Education
NeuroCupping provides education for licensed professionals. Always follow your local licensing board rules and scope of practice. CE credit availability varies by course; NCBTMB home-study credits are listed on each course page.
Ready to SEE WHAT MAKES NEUROMUSCULAR CUPPING THERAPY DIFFERENT?
What Is NeuroCupping
NeuroCupping is a modern Cupping Therapy education company led by Gretchen Popp. We teach cupping therapy as a clinical skill, not a set of rigid protocols. This allows our graduates to integrate it into their existing bodywork style and work with clients more effectively.
• Learn the “why” behind cupping applications (physiology + pain science)
• Understand pain patterns instead of chasing symptoms
• Communicate clearly so clients feel safe, invested, and consistent
nct practitioner
Courses: 2
$997
cuppasana practitioner
Courses: 2
$597
sbc membership
Courses: 2
$97/Month
you can still enroll in our courses:
nct practitioner
Courses: 2
$997
cuppasana practitioner
Courses: 2
$597
sbc membership
Courses: 2
$97/Month
you can still enroll in our courses:
nct practitioner
Courses: 2
$997
cuppasana practitioner
Courses: 2
$597
sbc membership
Courses: 2
$97/Month
NeuroCupping is where massage therapists and manual touch practitioners learn neuromuscular cupping methods that resolve chronic pain patterns: with a nervous system-first approach, modern pain science, and clinical reasoning you can actually apply in session.
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