Cupping is an alternative medicine therapy, similar to acupuncture and massage. The practice involves using cups, usually made of glass or plastic, placed on the skin to create suction, according to ...

You've seen the bruises, but, really, what is cupping therapy, anyway? In the latest episode of 'What the Wellness', we try out the TCM practice. What is cupping therapy? ‘What the ...

RIO DE JANEIRO (WCMH/AP) – Michael Phelps woke up on the morning of the first race of his fifth Olympic Games with some soreness in his right shoulder. At 31 years old, the swimming superstar could ...

The most decorated Olympic athlete in history sparked controversy throughout the media with his use of cupping — an ancient Chinese method used to treat musculoskeletal pain and other disorders. For ...

(NEW YORK) — Cupping is a traditional Chinese medical technique popularized by athletes — recall Michael Phelps at the 2016 Olympics — that uses suction cups to release tension from muscles. Some ...

Back pain that gets in the way of bike rides is something I’m unfortunately all too familiar with, and my primary fixes have always been stretching, mobility work, strength training, therapeutic ...

Nighttime skin and self care routines are often rewards of a hard day’s work. Whereas mornings are typically rushed, evenings present more opportunity to indulge in a luxurious bath, bring out the ...

As the swimming competitions get underway at the Paris Olympics, many athletes from across the world have dark circles on their bodies as they dive into the pool. Michael Phelps was among the first ...

Tennis pro Ben Shelton was competing against Jannik Sinner at Wimbledon on July 9, when the announcer drew attention to the round marks that are visible on his arms, calling them evidence of "cupping.