When spectators watching the Rio Olympics noticed Michael Phelps’ back bruises last week, it left viewers wondering what caused the hideous, horrifying-looking hickeys. But the cupping technique used ...

Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X A form of alternative medicine called cupping is being used to relieve muscle pain all over the ...

American Lilly King might have outlasted Russian rival Yulia Efimova in the 100-meter breaststroke Monday, but the battle between the two countries is just heating up. Russian state TV reportedly ...

NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — You probably noticed the marks on Michael Phelps at this year’s summer Olympics. They’re from cupping — an ancient technique that uses suction to relieve muscle pain. Carla ...

DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) – Wright State University’s Assistant Athletic Trailer Brad Muse stopped by 5 on 2 Tuesday, along with university swimmer Mitchell Stover to demonstrate and explain the practice of ...

Syracuse, N.Y. -- It didn't take long for Syracuse football players to notice large, circular bruises on the backs and necks of their teammates early during preseason camp. For some, the marks ...

USA's Michael Phelps looks at the results board after competing in the Men's 200m Butterfly Semifinal during the swimming event at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games at the Olympic Aquatics Stadium in Rio de ...

Cupping therapy is a form of alternative method that involves placing of glass, bamboo or clay cups on the skin to create suction. The underlying tissue is sucked into the cups to help mobilize blood ...

NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — You probably noticed the marks on Michael Phelps at this year’s summer Olympics. They’re from cupping — an ancient technique that uses suction to relieve muscle pain. Carla ...