Hijama (Cupping)
Hijama (wet cupping therapy) involves making tiny superficial incisions in the skin and using suction to draw out toxic substances and metabolic waste accumulated in the capillaries.
Overview
Hijama (wet cupping therapy) involves making tiny superficial incisions in the outer layer of the skin (epidermis) and using suction to draw out toxic substances, deposits and metabolic waste accumulated in the capillaries. With a history of thousands of years, it is one of the foremost Ministry of Health-approved traditional and complementary medicine treatments. In medical and aesthetic use, it is chosen to activate the body's lymphatic system and blood circulation, increase tissue oxygenation and relieve chronic muscle pain and stiffness. By helping to remove heavy metals and toxins from the body (detox), it strengthens the immune system and reduces chronic fatigue and stress. Because it regulates circulation beneath the skin, it stimulates cellular renewal and supports overall health holistically.
Procedure and Important Notes
How Is It Performed?
The treatment area (usually the back, shoulders or head) is sterilised and the first suction is applied. Superficial micro-incisions are then made with a sterile scalpel, and the cups are reapplied to draw out the stagnant blood.
Aftercare
The treated area should not come into contact with water and you should not bathe for the first 24 hours. While the incisions heal (the first 2–3 days), do not go into saunas, pools or the sea, and do not apply creams or ointments to the area without your doctor's advice. After treatment, choose light meals over heavy, fatty foods and drink plenty of water.
The information on this page is for general guidance only and is not a substitute for a medical examination. The method, number of sessions and results vary from person to person; the plan that suits you is decided together after the initial consultation.