Before and Aftercare

BEFORE AND AFTERCARE

BEFORE THE HIJAMA CUPPING SESSION


  • Please give some sadaqah before-the session for the  pleasure of Allah (swt) .It is recommended that we treat the sick and remove calamities with sadaqah.
  • Have a bath or shower an hour or more before the Hijama or Cupping session.
  • Complete strenuous chores or all strenuous work before the Hijama/Wet Cupping or Cupping session.
  • Hijama/Wet Cupping should be perfomed on an empty stomach. Hijama/Cupping is best done in the morning. Food especially heavy food should be avoided from the night before and if that is not possible then the person having Hijama/Cupping done should fast for at least 2 to 3 hours before the Hijama/Cupping session. It is perfectly fine to drink fluids.
  • Wear appropriate clothing for the Hijama/Cupping session like a vest, baggy shorts or three quarter shorts. The patient may be asked to take of their top or any other piece of clothing after an assessment depending on the condition of the individual and requirements.
  • To aid in an effective treatment please ensure areas to be cupped are shaved and hairless.
  • Bring all medical information, all medical reports, and list of all prescribed medication to the session
  • Hijama/Cupping has an analgesic  so their is no need to take pain killers prior to the session. 
  • If you have any serious medical concerns then please see your local GP before the Hijama/Cupping session.
  • If you have diabetes please control your sugar levels before attending any Hijama/Wet Cupping session.

AFTER THE HIJAMA/CUPPING SESSION


  • Drink honey mixed in water after the session and drink plenty of fluids.
  • Avoid dairy and red meat products for 2 days, digesting these food require increased energy levels and more blood flow. These foods reduce the blood flow to the cupped areas and slow down  the healing process.
  • Avoid having a shower or bath for 24 hours
  • Apply black seed oil or any antibacterial cream/liquid on cupped areas to help itchiness, aid healing, reduce scarring and reduce the risk of infection. This should be repeated 2 to 3 times a day until the cupped areas are healed.
  • Avoid strenuous activities and rest but stay relatively active.
  • Avoid sexual relations with spouse for 24 hours.
  • Avoid swimming sauna/ steam room and the gym for a few days.
Possible side affects during or after a Hijama session
  • Bruising that can occur after Hijama therapy, which can last around 10 to 15 days depending on its severity. This is quite normal and a harmless.
  •  Dizziness- this can occur if the patient has low blood sugar (in which case drink water mixed with honey)/ nervousness.
  • Nausea- this is a common side affect during Hijama, but does not last long.
  • Tiredness or feeling Extremely Relaxed- this usually occurs after the session and may last for 1-2 days. It is a very common after effect; due to the body working hard and focusing it’s energy on the areas where Hijama was performed.
  • Energy- some patients get a burst of energy almost immediately after session. Even if this happens, patients should still pace themselves and not overdo it, as the body needs time to recuperate and heal.

PLEASE NOTE ...


In cases of Hijama/Cupping being done to relieve pain it is very usual to feel instant relief but that may not always be the case. Some conditions require 3 sessions.

Note: Every patient is different and therefore not all will  experience the after effects of Hijama/Wet Cupping.
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