Hijama, also known as cupping therapy, is an ancient healing practice that involves placing cups on the skin to create suction. This suction stimulates blood flow and can help to relieve pain, reduce inflammation, and promote relaxation. Today, hijama is gaining popularity as a complementary therapy in modern medicine and is often used alongside other treatments to help patients achieve optimal health and wellness.
"Indeed the best of remedies you have is Hijama"
[Saheeh al-Bukhaaree (5371)]
Cupping Therapy
Dry cupping is a therapeutic technique that involves placing cups on the skin to create suction. This suction can help to stimulate blood flow, promote relaxation, and relieve muscle tension. During a dry cupping session, the cups are typically left in place for several minutes and may be moved around to target specific areas of the body. Although dry cupping can leave temporary marks on the skin, it is generally considered to be safe and non-invasive.
Cupping therapy can be done in 3 ways:
Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy is a healthcare profession that focuses on restoring, maintaining, and improving people's movement and function. Physiotherapists use a variety of techniques, such as exercise, manual therapy, and electrotherapy, to help individuals manage pain, recover from injury, and prevent future injury or disability. Physiotherapists work with people of all ages and abilities, from elite athletes to seniors, and can help improve quality of life and overall physical health
"Movement is a medicine for creating change in a person's physical, emotional and mental states"- Carol Welch