Gwyneth Paltrow must’ve rolled her clear, beautiful eyes when she saw the hubbub that arose when folks spotted round, purplish bruises on Michael Phelps’ back during this summer’s Olympic Games in Rio ...
Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Lela is a London-based writer and editor who covers food and drink. Though the wellness therapy dates back to ancient Chinese, ...
One survivor's personal experiment in finding relief from lymphedema. Disclaimer: I am not a medical professional and I have no training in physical therapy. Please check with your doctor before ...
The mere mention of cupping, and we’re immediately transported to the Olympics—specifically the 2016 Rio Summer Olympic Games, where famed swimmer Michael Phelps donned an array of odd circular, ...
The lymphatic system is part of the human immune system. It’s a collection of tissues and vessels that move a fluid called lymph throughout the body. A lymphatic drainage massage involves gently ...
This traditional Oriental technique can be a serious game-changer, especially if you’re dealing with chronic pain. t You’re probably familiar with acupuncture. You’ve got that friend who swears by her ...
During a recent socially distanced lunch, I found myself more focused on my friend’s taut, radiant complexion than our actual conversation. Upon this admission (shameful for me; for her, flattering), ...
Cupping is a form of soft tissue mobilization, meaning a massage that is medical in nature vs. relaxing. This therapy is also decompressive, meaning it doesn’t push down, compress, or ‘squish’ the ...
Most of us have come to recognize cupping therapy, thanks to the circular bruises spotted on the backs of celebrities like Michael Phelps and Gwyneth Paltrow. But renewed interest in the practice has ...