You've seen the bruises, but, really, what is cupping therapy, anyway? In the latest episode of 'What the Wellness', we try out the TCM practice. What is cupping therapy? ‘What the ...

RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) -- Cupping, which causes those red circular spots on Olympic athletes, is becoming a household word thanks to the Summer Games in Rio. But it's old news to NC State athletes, who ...

Cupping therapy uses suction to draw fluids into the skin and may help reduce pain and relax muscles. Cupping is generally safe but can cause redness and skin discoloration that resolves in a few days ...

Hijama or cupping therapy, an ancient treatment that uses glass cups and suction to help circulate blood and relieve muscle tension, was put into the spotlight during the Olympics after prominent ...

In the relentless pursuit of excellence, athletes continually push the boundaries of their physical capabilities. But the road to athletic mastery is not without its challenges, and injuries are an ...

If you’ve tuned into the summer Olympics in Paris, you may have watched gymnast Simone Biles add another medal to her resumé or swimmer Katie Ledecky snag four. If you’ve been paying particular ...

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 ...

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, according to ...