Cupping therapy has been used throughout Asia for thousands of years, but modern science hasn’t been able to confirm its benefits. Michael Phelps and other Olympians have red circles on their ba ...

Cupping therapy isn't new in many parts of the world., but the ancient Chinese practice only made it into the American mainstream a few years ago, thanks to Olympic gold medalist Michael Phelps.

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Here, Michael Phelps shares with Fortune his top tricks ... such as acupuncture or cupping. “If my body is telling me something, I’m going to try something,” Phelps says.

An curved arrow pointing right. The large circular bruises Olympian Michael Phelps is donning on his back and shoulders are a result of cupping therapy — a controversial ancient Chinese therapy.

These bruises are the result of cupping – an alternative therapy that involves suctioning the skin with cups. Swimming ...

Looking back at the Rio Olympics, there were several moments that left us in awe, such as Usain Bolt ’s epic camera shot, Olympic runner stopping to help competition, Michael Phelps ’ cupping ...