Cupping to boost athletic performance

During the Olympics, viewers saw circular purple bruises on some athletes, raising the question of “what is that?” The bruises are caused by cupping, which is an ancient Chinese medical technique touted as a way to stimulate the muscles, increase blood flow, and possibly relieve pain. Special round cups are placed on the skin over specific muscle groups, then through heat or use of an air pum p, suction is created against the skin. “When you put enough suction anywhere on the body, you get a bruise.

Source: Dental Abstracts - September 1, 2018 Category: Dentistry Tags: Extract Source Type: research