Michael Phelps' penchant for cupping has been the subject of discussion on Russian TV. Credit: Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images Russian state TV is not happy with Michael Phelps' penchant for cupping.

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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.