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 ...
They’re not artfully applied war paint, nor are they the result of a paintball injury – they are the result of a Chinese practice called cupping, which involves placing heated cups on the skin.
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 ...
Those bruises are side effects of a type of sports therapy called "cupping." To figure out what cupping therapy really does, we spoke to two sports medicine doctors about the science behind the ...
Practices like acupuncture that have their roots in traditional Chinese medicine are still very popular to date [Courtesy] Every day we learn about ancient medicinal practices that have been revived.
Therapeutic touch is based on the belief that the subtle manipulation of the body’s energetic biofield can promote well-being and healing. Research suggests that it may offer some benefits, but ...