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Cupping Therapy Makes a Modern Comeback

  • August 13, 2024

Cupping therapy, an ancient practice now used in modern sports, gained worldwide attention when Olympians such as swimmer Michael Phelps and gymnast Alexander Naddour were seen with circular marks on their bodies, drawing focus to this unusual technique. Believers in cupping claim it helps with muscle recovery and pain management, but the question remains: does it actually work? Cupping involves placing cups on the skin to create suction, which is believed to boost blood flow and aid healing....