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Taiwan rocker Chyi Chin got deep second-degree burns while undergoing cupping therapy, a traditional way to keep healthy in Chinese medicine, at home in Beijing early Thursday morning, Taiwan media reports. The 51-year-old star was then sent to hospital.

The accident was caused by the therapist's incorrect operation. Chyi suffered burns to his back, face and chest, and is now in stable condition.

The singer's schedule in the following 2-3 months was cancelled, according to a spokeswoman in his agency.