Suction cups are used to relieve tension from muscles. Cupping is a traditional Chinese medical technique popularized by athletes -- recall Michael Phelps at the 2016 Olympics -- that uses suction ...

Why are some Olympic athletes sporting large purple spots? The circles appearing on the arms, legs and backs of U.S. athletes like Michael Phelps, Natalie Coughlin ...

Whether you’re a world-class athlete competing in the Rio Olympics, or a desk-ridden journalist with terrible posture, back and neck pain can be real occupational hazards. To treat their sore muscles, ...

As the Paris Olympics begin, don’t be surprised if you see several dark-colored circles on swimmers' backs and bodies as they dive into the pools for competition. Don’t be alarmed. They are not in ...

This week everyone’s talking about cupping, a therapy that some Olympic athletes competing in Rio have been partaking of. It caught people’s attention this week because the therapy often leaves round ...

Cupping is all the rage these days, with celebrities and Olympic athletes queuing up for the privilege. I decided to try it for myself to see if it hurts as bad as it looks like it should. Share on ...