Side effects of cupping therapy include pain, bruises, and bleeding. If you watched the Olympics or even a red carpet event recently, you might be wondering why some athletes and celebrities are ...

If you’ve been paying particular attention to swimming, you’ve also likely noticed some of the athletes’ bodies ... result from a wellness therapy known as “cupping,” or myofascial ...

with the eagle-eyed spotting dark circles on many of the pro-athlete’s bodies diving into the pools. The marks are a result of cupping therapy – also famously seen on Michael Phelps during the ...

Richards, who holds a massage therapy license ... what has become known within the sports world as "myofascial decompression" from traditional "cupping," which has roots that trace through ...

The alternative therapy can be traced through Egyptian, Chinese, and Middle Eastern cultures, and to a Gwyneth Paltrow red carpet appearance in 2004.

And it looks like Phelps is not the only U.S. athlete who's using cupping therapy to stay in form. Gymnast Alex Naddour recently posted a picture of himself on Instagram and on his back and arms ...

cupping, manual therapy, and instrument-assisted soft tissue treatments. EPIC also has the capability to address various mobility challenges and ensure that the athlete is exercising with ...

SEE ALSO: Michael Phelps' circular bruises are due to 'cupping therapy' The country's state ... found coursing through the blood of Russian athletes. Explaining how cupping works the anchor ...

Results of cupping can include decreased inflammation in the body, increased blood flow, relaxation and overall wellness. Sporting pink hair and donning a black sports bra and matching black ...