Express Reset · 30 min · Restore + Body · Corte Madera

TheDecompressor

Cupping and Gua Sha for chronic neck, jaw, and shoulder tension. Gliding and stationary cups release myofascial restriction while Gua Sha breaks up stagnation and restores blood flow, all with acutonics and aromatherapy throughout. Standalone, or add to any massage or Restore treatment.

Duration

30 min

Price

$150 standalone

Add-on

$120

Book The Decompressor

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After your session

Immediate release of upper-body tension, neck, jaw, and shoulder restriction visibly softened. Improved range of motion in the cervical spine and reduction in stress-related upper-body holding patterns.

What this treatment delivers

Release. Decompress.Reset.

Targeted upper-body releaseCupping and Gua Sha applied specifically to neck, jaw, upper back, and shoulders, the regions where modern stress accumulates fastest.

Cupping for myofascial restrictionGliding and stationary cups release fascial layers that hold chronic upper-body tension.

Gua Sha for circulationGua Sha with warm INBAR+co oils breaks up surface stagnation and promotes fresh blood flow through the treated region.

Acutonics throughoutTuned acutonics applied at acupoints, vibrational nervous system input that amplifies the parasympathetic response to the bodywork.

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The protocol

5 steps.One result.

Every The Decompressor session at Resonance Marin follows a precise sequence. Each step builds on the last. Tap any step for detail.

Intake + Targeting

Brief discussion of where tension is currently held, neck, jaw, shoulders, upper back. Pressure preferences confirmed.

Warm Oil Application

INBAR+co warming body oil applied to the upper-body region, softens tissue and prepares for cupping.

Gliding Cupping

Cups moved across the upper back, shoulders, and neck, mobilises fascial restriction.

Stationary Cupping + Gua Sha

Cups held on key trigger points; Gua Sha applied across the surrounding tissue with warm oils.

Acutonics Close

Tuned forks at acupoints to settle the work and complete the parasympathetic response.

INBAR+co warming body oils used throughout, formulated in our on-site Corte Madera lab specifically for upper-body cupping work.

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Beforeyour visit.

Day of

Hydrate well. Mention any neck or shoulder injuries, recent procedures, or chronic conditions at intake.

Visibility planning

Cupping leaves circular marks for three to ten days, across the upper back where they're often visible in V-neck or strapless clothing.

If first-time with cupping

Mention it. Stationary cupping is a distinctive sensation, and your therapist will check in throughout.

Afteryour treatment.

Same day

Drink water generously. The release of upper-body tension can produce a tired or floaty feeling for a few hours, give yourself the slow tempo.

First 48 hours

Avoid intense heat (saunas, hot tubs) directly after, circulation is heightened. Light movement and gentle stretching support the result.

Cadence

The Decompressor is well-suited to weekly during an acute flare-up of upper-body tension, tapering to fortnightly or monthly for maintenance.

What clients say

The Decompressor, as experienced.

I added The Decompressor to my monthly massage and the change was immediate. The neck and jaw work is what I needed, desk life and a clenched jaw at night. The cupping marks are visible for a week but the release lasts the whole month.

K.B.

Mill Valley · The Decompressor

Frequently asked

Questionsanswered.

How is The Decompressor different from a regular massage?

It's not a massage, it's a focused 30-minute cupping and Gua Sha protocol specifically for upper-body tension. Where a massage uses pressure and stroke, The Decompressor uses cup suction to release fascial layers and Gua Sha to mobilise circulation. Different mechanism, different result.

Will I have cupping marks after?

Yes, circular marks across the upper back, shoulders, or neck where cups were placed. Marks typically fade in three to ten days. Darker marks indicate areas of greater stagnation. They are not bruises and are not painful.

Should I book this or Cupping Therapy?

Cupping Therapy ($150 / 30 min) is broader cupping for any region of the body, back, hips, legs, shoulders. The Decompressor specifically targets the upper-body cluster (neck, jaw, upper back, shoulders) and includes Gua Sha. If your tension is upper-body, choose The Decompressor. For other regions, choose Cupping Therapy.

Can I add this to a Restore session?

Yes. The Decompressor adds 30 minutes for $120 to any massage or Restore session. Particularly effective paired with Restore 60, the upper-body release combined with the nervous-system protocol produces a complete reset. Confirm with your therapist on the day.

Is The Decompressor effective for jaw tension or TMJ-related issues?

Yes, the protocol specifically addresses jaw and surrounding tissue. For chronic TMJ, please mention it at booking; your therapist will adjust technique for the specific structures involved and may recommend a series.

The Decompressor · Resonance Marin · 30 min · $150