LED Phototherapy (LED光线疗法 guāngxiàn liáofǎ)

Starting with a new-age remedy, LED phototherapy is a technique that recently came to attention at a technology exhibit in China. You may have seen these eye-catching devices and wondered what new fad it is, so just to clarify, no they are not going to a rave, nor are they prematurely preparing for Christmas—they are easing nasal congestion with their glowing red nose adornments. To be a little more precise: it is low-energy narrow-band LED phototherapy for nasal symptoms such as allergic rhinitis and nasal polyposis. If you suffer from stuffy noses, get on board and breathe easy.

WARNING: Side effects may include serious stares as people question the motivation behind your new accessory.

Cupping (拔火罐 bá huǒguàn)

Impress your friends with your numerous bruises, and try cupping. It may sound a little off-putting, especially when you consider the circular, purple marks that you are sure to acquire form the process, but its popularity renders it a worthwhile experiment. The treatment involves affixing a cup-like device to the skin by creating a vacuum. The resulting suction pulls the skin into the glass cup. Cupping is believed to stimulate blood flow, draw toxins from the body, open pours and check qi. It is used in the treatment of respiratory conditions, arthritis, bodily tensions and gastrointestinal disorders.