Cupping is a traditional Chinese medical technique popularized by athletes – recall Michael Phelps at the 2016 Olympics – that uses suction cups to release tension from muscles.
Cupping is a traditional Chinese medical technique popularized by athletes -- recall Michael Phelps at the 2016 Olympics -- that uses suction cups to release tension from muscles.
Some headlines have claimed that cupping is"ridiculous and possibly harmful," and many are wondering about the safety and effectiveness of the treatment method.According to the NIH Center of Complementary and Integrative Health, cupping is a technique of"creating suction on the skin using a glass, ceramic, bamboo, or plastic cup." This suction is created either by applying a flame to the inside of the cup, or by attaching a suction device to the cup.
There are some short-term studies showing that for neck pain, cupping is more effective than standard medical care with painkillers and heating pads. There are poorer quality studies that show for lower back pain, cupping is more effective than painkillers.
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