AUSTIN (KXAN) — The unexpected surprise winner of the Rio Olympics so far isn’t Michael Phelps, but rather the therapy his performance is helping promote. “Cupping” is the cause of those purple ...

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 ...

Cupping is the wellness trend that just refuses to die. Seriously—raise your hand if you thought cupping therapy would die down back in 2016 after Michael Phelps permanently exited the pool (it me).

You may have seen celebrities and professional athletes with circular marks on their backs that come from the practice of cupping. While this form of complementary medicine has gained popularity in ...

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 ...

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.

Those giant hickey-like circles dotting the skin of Olympic athletes such as swimmer Michael Phelps aren't rashes caused by drinking the water in Rio. And they're not cultish tattoos, either. They're ...