If you've ever noticed an influencer with large red spots all over their body on their Instagram Stories, chances are they recently indulged in a cupping therapy session. It's a treatment that's ...

When the world witnessed the giant purple bruises that covered Michael Phelps’ back and shoulders during the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, everyone wondered where they came from. But can cupping ...

You might find just as many people talking about Michael Phelps' purple spots as you will his numerous gold medals. In fact, if you look closely several Olympic athletes have the mysterious spots, ...

Cupping therapy has been a key element of Chinese medicine for hundreds of years and has been seen in many other ancient cultures across the globe. It most recently came to the attention of a wider ...

“Cupping has a rich history of treating disease and imbalances in the physical, mental, and emotional human bodies. Since 2008, it has gained a rapid following for receivers and givers alike,” says ...

Cupping therapy is an ancient form of healing that utilises suction to enhance blood flow, relax muscles, and facilitate healing. Small cups, either glass, silicone, bamboo, or plastic, are used to ...

Some research suggests cupping may have beneficial effects, including pain relief and increasing local blood flow. However, more research is necessary to understand cupping’s therapeutic potential and ...

One survivor's personal experiment in finding relief from lymphedema. Disclaimer: I am not a medical professional and I have no training in physical therapy. Please check with your doctor before ...

BLUFFTON — The public is invited to learn about physical therapy techniques such as cupping, kinesiology taping and dry needling used by Northwest Physical Therapy at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 18, at ...

You've seen the infamous bruises – and Instagrams – and, by this point, you probably know that Team USA swimmers are enthusiasts of what's commonly referred to as "cupping." But unless you've got a ...

Editor’s note: Article updated on January 2, 2024. If you’ve ever noticed an influencer with large red spots all over their body on their Instagram Stories, chances are they recently indulged in a ...

When you think of cupping, those circular discolorations that look like bruises on the skin may come to mind. But how much do you know about the therapy and what it’s meant to do? According to the ...