On August 8, in the men’s 4x100m freestyle relay final, the U.S. Team won the championship in 3 minutes 09.92 seconds. Phelps, who took part in the Olympics for the fifth time, won his 19th Olympic gold medal… However, the media’s attention then turned to the red circle of flying fish-the mark left by cupping. Phelps can be said to be a big fan of cupping. Even in his latest promotional film “Control Yourself”, there are special scenes to show and promote this traditional therapy. Can cupping really give athletes more advantages in the competition? Why did the team doctor cup the athletes? Presumed Reason 1: Negative Pressure Promotes Inflammation Elimination The principle of cupping is to fill the cupping Read More …