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At Pure Hijama Cupping Therapist, we are specialised in traditional cupping therapy, also known as Hijama and we offer a range of cupping treatments such as Hijama (wet cupping), Dry cupping, Moving cupping, Head cupping, Facial cupping and more. We help you to achieve optimal health and wellness.

What is Hijama (Wet Cupping) Therapy?

Hijama cupping therapy is a distinguished and traditional form of alternative medicine that has been revered across various cultures for centuries. This ancient therapeutic practice boasts a rich history, with its roots deeply embedded in the medical traditions of Prophetic, Arabic, ancient Egyptian, Chinese, and Greek medicine. Each of these cultures has contributed to the evolution and diversification of cupping techniques, showcasing a universal recognition of its potential health benefits.

The core principle of Hijama cupping therapy involves the creation of suction on the skin, which is believed to promote healing by enhancing blood circulation, facilitating the removal of toxins, and stimulating the flow of fresh, oxygenated blood to affected areas of the body. This process not only aims to alleviate physical pain but also serves to reduce inflammation, thereby supporting the body's natural healing mechanisms.

The therapeutic effects of Hijama cupping extend beyond physical relief, offering psychological benefits such as relaxation and a heightened sense of well-being. By increasing blood flow, cupping therapy can significantly impact the body's ability to rejuvenate and recover, making it a sought-after treatment for a wide range of ailments. Historically, it has been used to treat conditions such as chronic pain, rheumatic diseases, blood disorders, fertility issues, and skin problems, among others.

Moreover, the practice of Hijama cupping is recognized for its holistic approach to health. It is not merely seen as a treatment for specific symptoms but as a comprehensive wellness practice that harmonizes the body, mind, and spirit. The therapy is tailored to the individual, with practitioners often combining traditional knowledge with a thorough understanding of the patient's unique health needs to achieve optimal outcomes.

In contemporary times, Hijama cupping has gained popularity in the global wellness community, attracting attention for its non-invasive nature and its ability to complement conventional medical treatments. Its efficacy in reducing pain and inflammation, coupled with its potential to enhance relaxation and overall well-being, has led to a resurgence of interest in this ancient healing modality.

Research into Hijama cupping is ongoing, with studies aiming to quantify its benefits and understand its mechanisms of action within the framework of modern science. While the practice is rooted in tradition, it continues to evolve, incorporating new techniques and insights to maximize its therapeutic potential.

In summary, Hijama cupping therapy stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of traditional medicine, offering a natural and holistic approach to healing that transcends cultural and temporal boundaries. Its ability to alleviate pain, reduce inflammation, and promote relaxation underscores its significance as a valuable complement to contemporary healthcare practices.

What are benefits of Hijama?

There are numereous of benefits.

Here are few:

Cupping improves blood circulation
Cure chronic fatigue syndrome
Cupping stimulates the release of toxins from tissues
Lung disease reliever
Cupping can help with varicose and spider veins
Relieving digestive problems
Faster pain management
Relieving pain and muscle tension
Improving range of motion
Reducing inflammation
Enhancing immunity
Promoting relaxation
And more

How Dry Cupping and Hijama are performed?

1. Dry Cupping

The air inside a plastic or glass cup is suctioned or vacuumed out by placing the cup on the skin. In most cases, the cups can be used at rest or while moving. The cup sucks the skin into it as a result of the suction. The ensuing suction pushes the blood deep within the body to the surface. Healing occurs as a result of the increased blood and energy flow. Cupping treatment is traditionally performed in groups of four, six, or ten cups. Typically, the cups are left in place for 5 to 20 minutes.

2. Wet Cupping

Wet cupping creates a mild suction by leaving a cup in place for about 8 minutes. The practitioner then removes the cup and uses a small scalpel to make light, tiny cuts on your skin. Next, suctioned to draw out a small quantity of blood. After which cups are removed, area is gentally wiped and cleaned. Then finishing with gently applied specialist oils to ease and heal cupped area.

People are increasingly seeking cupping to ease persistent muscular discomfort. Cupping may be used to treat a variety of different ailments.

Difference between Hijama (Wet Cupping) and Dry Cupping?

In traditional medicine, Hijama is divided into two kinds, namely wet cupping (with sharat, with incision, and blood giving) and dry cupping (without sharat, without incision). Dry cupping causes organ blood absorption, organ warming, and loss of organ humidity.

How long does it take for Cupping marks to heal?

After Cupping treatment, healing of the skin and the return of Cupping marks to the normal skin colour usually happens to be within 7 days, In some cases, where skin is sensitive it can take longer.

What is Moving Cupping and its method?

Moving Cupping therapy is one of the distinct dry cupping process, which has been practiced in traditional holistic therapy for thousands of years. The procedure involves the application of oils to the body part, then by using a suction pump that creates a gentle hold to the skin, after then the cup smoothly glides over the body through using a sensational hand movement by the practitioner.

Moving cupping is performed as a predecessor to set cupping, it helps stimulate blood circulation by excluding negative toxins, throughout body and to also help promotes stimulation of the lymph regularity.

What is Face Cupping, its benefits and procedure?

Facial cupping benefits by causing effective blood movement to the face muscles and produce healthy face cells that are also in charge of elastin and collagen production. In traditional alternative medicine, cupping eliminates lifeless blood and lymph to assist improvement in respiratory and musculoskeletal disorders.

Here are few results after facial cupping:

Opens clogged pores
Brightens and glows skin
Reduces scars
Helps clear acne by removing stagnated blood (recommended wet facial cupping)
Reduces fine lines
Helps with face aches
Reduces wrinkles
Helps treat skin issues
Reduce jawline
Tightens skin
Decreases face puffiness
And more

Face cupping procedure is like to like as Dry cupping or Hijama (wet cupping). please read our FAQ on How Dry Cupping and Hijama (wet cupping) are performed.

How does Head and Neck Hijama (wet cupping) work and its effects?

The Prophet (PBUH) said: “The best treatment is Hijama Cupping; it removes blood, lightens the back and sharpens the eyesight.” (Reference: At Tirmidhi, 3053)

There are four main HIjama Sunnah points. They are called, Yafookh (located at head corwn point), Qamahduah (located at back of the head), Akhda'ain (located at right and left of the neck).

Head and neck points Sunnah points are also known as 'The mother of diseases'.

Head and neck Hijama (wet cupping) benefit with:

Sharp eye sight
lightening sensation
Stabilizes blood presure
Cures Headaches/Migraines
Cleanses motion-less blood
Stimulates blood circulation
Reproduces new blood cells
Reduces Depression/Anxiety/Stress/Tension/Fatigue
Clears out the whole cardio-vascular system
Promotes Relaxation
And many more

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