Bloodletting and blisters: Solving the medical mystery of George Washington's death

Cupping therapy can be a useful tool in rehab when applied with purpose. It may help improve local blood flow, reduce temporary pain, and increase short-term tissue mobility for certain athletes. But let’s be honest—cupping is often overused and overhyped, especially when sessions turn into excessive suction, stacked cups, and long-lasting marks. More cups and darker bruises do not equal better performance. Athletic success comes from movement re-education, progressive loading, strength developm

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