Question 1

What is Hijama "Wet cupping"?"

Accepted Answer

The word "hijama" means "drawing out" in Arabic. It is now being recognized as alternative medicine and alternative way of treating different diseases and disorders.

Question 2

How does Hijama "Wet cupping" work?"

Accepted Answer

In a non- surgical procedure, toxic or bad blood is drawn out from the body. Certain points on the body are for certain organs. In these points, blood is being accumulated under cups. Small incisions (1.5mm -2mm) deep are done on the Epidermis layer of skin. Bad, Deoxogenated blood is sucked out by using a little vacuum" suction.

Question 3

How does Hijama workes in a scientific and physiology level?

Accepted Answer

The human body works in systems. There is a Circulatory System ( blood system) among all other systems. In the Circulatory system, blood is running through veins and arteries to support all of our body organs with blood. We have oxygenated fresh blood that is being pumped away from the heart running through arteries that are supplying all our organs with oxygen, nutrients, and hormones to cells and organs. Veins are carrying deoxygenated and waste blood back to the heart and lung to get cleaned and filtered by the assistance of lung. Capillaries are the level where the exchange of both arteries and veins is happening. This is Hijama- Wet cupping's- role. It helps to remove bad blood from the body system leaves it "load free" to allow the body to focus and function better.

Question 4

What are the benefits of Hijama "Wet cupping"?"

Accepted Answer

Hijama is used to treat a wide range of condition including: 
Migraines 
Hay fever 
Lung disease
Asthma
Allergies
Depression
Mood swings 
Infertility
Irregular menstruation
Specific Pain relief
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Improve the Digestive system.
High blood pressure
Preventing Stroke
Joint Stiffness
Muscle achiness
Back pain
Sciatica

Question 5

How Often Can I do Hijama "wet cupping"?"

Accepted Answer

It depends on each individual. In most cases, 4 weeks are recommended between sessions.

Question 6

How long does the session take?

Accepted Answer

One hijama session can vary between 45 min to 1 hour. A moving cupping or a dry cupping session takes between 30 minutes to 45 minutes.

Question 7

What to expect after the session?

Accepted Answer

Every individual body reacts differently. You may feel fatigued, dizzy, and/or weak right after the session. The body will recover itself.

Question 8

Can children do Hijama" Wet cupping"?"

Accepted Answer

Yes, Hijama can be done for children. However, Parents /Guardians must present approval from General Practitioner to perform Hijama on minors.

Question 9

Who are the People who CAN NOT do Hijama?

Accepted Answer

If you are on blood thinner medication, Please consult with your doctor to see if the medication can be stopped taken for a few days before doing Hijama.

If you are anemic, it is advisable to increase your iron level in your body and then hijama can be done. Please consult with your doctor.

Question 10

Are there certain Sunnah days that we should be doing Hijama?

Accepted Answer

There is no Sahih Hadith about the Prophet (SAWS) doing Hijama on certain days. He did Hijama whenever he felt any pain.

Question 11

Does the process of Hijama hurt?

Accepted Answer

No. The incisions are minimal and feel like you are being scratched by a led pencil.

Question 12

What is ‘Moving Cupping’?

Accepted Answer

A technique that has been used for thousands of years to break up fat cells. It also helps to better blood circulation.

Question 13

How many sessions of Fat Reduction Cupping do I need before I start to see results?

Accepted Answer

4 sessions.

Question 14

Is there a cancellation fee?

Accepted Answer

Yes. If you fail to cancel your appointment 24 hours before your set date, there will be a cancellation fee of $35.

If you fail to show up to your appointment, you will be required to pay the full session amount.

Question 15

Do you have a male cupping therapist available?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We have our male therapist, Hameed Ali who is available on Tuesdays and Thursdays. So, if you prefer a male therapist to perform Hijama on you, please book your appointments on Tuesdays and Thursdays and select Hameed Ali as your therapist.

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