Fire‑in‑the‑Back: A Chef’s Cupping Curse
What Went Wrong?
John, a 36‑year‑old Filipino chef living in Singapore, thought a Chinese cupping session at a local massage centre would ease his nagging aches. Instead, he walked out with burns, blisters, and a dramatic back saga that’d give a dark‑matter cameo a run for its money.
The “Blistered Back” Ballad
On July 28, John and his wife breezed past the spa, decided to dip into cupping—he hadn’t tried it before, but the promise of poor‑body relief had him hooked. The practice, in essence, involves heating a glass cup, winging it over the skin, and sucking in a little vacuum. Nice & next level, right?
After the session, John felt a searing burn that no amount of “seeks relief” could explain. His wife, however, emerged unscathed. By the next day, the pain had escalated, and red blisters erupted, covering the back like a chaotic, unintentional art piece.
Living with the Back “Injury”
- John slept on his front for two sleepless nights.
- Pictures of his back later showed a patchwork of angry, scar‑red stains turning into grey‑black patches, and painful blisters around the right shoulder.
- Wary of a medical leave, he pressed on and kept going to work.
Management’s Response
The spa’s 41‑year‑old owner, after hearing John’s complaint via WhatsApp, claimed he was simply reacting to “dampness” or sensitive skin. She advised him to see a doc and promised to cover any medical bills, though John only ended up getting a refund.
Recovering & Showing Signs Of Healing
John later reported that the sores had scabbed over and were beginning to heal—good news, but still a testament to a risky cupping escape.
Wrap‑Up
In the world of alternative therapies, sometimes a quick fix turns into a smoky, blistered adventure. This chef’s tale reminds us that a bit of personal risk can cause a back‑up problem—no, not the kind you see in kitchen disasters—unless you’re lucky enough to live it through!
