Engraving depicting the use of cupping therapy. Cupping therapy is a form of alternative medicine. It is believed by some that the suction can help treat pain, deep scar tissues in the muscles and connective tissue, muscle knots, and swelling; however, the efficacy of this is unproven. Dated 18th century

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