Hijama cupping therapy is a traditional healing practice that involves placing cups on the skin to create suction. Hijama cupping helps stimulate blood flow, reduce pain and inflammation, and promote overall healing and wellness. It has been practiced in various forms for thousands of years across many cultures and is still used today in some traditional medicine systems.
What does Islam say about Hijama cupping?
Islamic cupping therapy is also known as Hijama in the common language, an other term for cupping therapy is bloodletting cupping or al-Hijama. It is the Islamic and traditional treatment of many therapeutic diseases and illnesses.
Hijama has been mentioned in several authentic hadiths of the Prophet Muhammadصلى الله عليه وسلم and recommended practice in Islam. The Prophet صلى الله عليه وسلم underwent hijama and recommended it as a cure for many ailments.
Our last prophet صلى الله عليه وسلم said, “Indeed, the best of remedies you have is cupping al-hijama”.
(Sahih-al-Bukhari)
Additionally, the Prophet (peace be upon him) instructed his followers to perform hijama on specific days of the month, known as the hijama Sunnah days.
Muslims commonly practice hijama as a form of alternative medicine and a way to maintain good health and
In Asia, many people are getting benefits from hijama Sunnah cupping treatment for many chronic illnesses and long-term inflammatory diseases. We will discuss here the benefits of hijama cupping or hijama Islam from a medical point of view. Cupping therapy enhances the immune system and dilates the blood vessels.
Hadiths about Hijama
There are some hadiths of Our beloved prophet صلى الله عليه وسلم about the curing and benefits of hijama therapy.
- “If something is best to use as a remedy, then it would be Hijama therapy’’.
Reference by Abu Huraira (Sunan Ibn Maajah).
- The angels said to the beloved last prophet صلى الله عليه وسلم, “Oh Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم, command your Ummah with cupping (hijama),” Narrated by Abdullah ibn Mas’ud (may Allah be pleased with him).
Reference Al- Tirmidhi
- “The incredible remedy with which you can treat yourself is “Hijama treatment.
- “The best cure is hijama Sunnah cupping. It extracts blood and toxins, sharpens the eyes, and strengthens the back.”
(Al-Hakim 4/212, Tarmidhi Hadith # 3053)
“The saying of Anas ibn-e- Maalik reported that the Messenger of Allah (صلى الله عليه وسلم) was cured with hijama thrice times in two veins at the neck side and the base of the neck.”
When should we do Hijama cupping?
Hazrat Abu Huraira narrates that the Messenger of Allah said Hazrat Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم, Whoever performs Hijama on the odd dates 17th, 19th, or 21st of the Islamic and lunar month then is a cure of every disease. Or you can say that these are the Sunnah days for HIjama.
Hijama cupping is a kind of alternative therapy that involves placing cups on the skin to create suction. It helps to alleviate pain, inflammation, and other health issues.
The timing of when to do Hijama cupping can vary depending on the individual and their specific needs. Some practitioners recommend doing it on certain days of the lunar month, while others may recommend it during certain times of the day or week.
It’s better to consult with a qualified and experienced practitioner to determine the best timing for your individual needs and ensure that the procedure is safe and effective for you.
How can we attempt it?
Any best practitioner can do this ancient technique, who have enough experience in cupping therapy, or physiotherapists. He will put some special small cups on the different point of your body for a few minutes, then it creates suction and incises and remove the toxins. There are two methods of cupping therapy
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Dry cupping
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Wet cupping
How to get Hijama therapy?
To get Hijama therapy, you should follow these steps:
- Find a qualified and experienced practitioner who must be well-trained in Hijama therapy. You can ask for referrals from friends, family, or your local community. You can also search for a practitioner online or through social media.
- Once you have found a practitioner, discuss your medical history with him. And your current health conditions with the practitioner to ensure that Hijama therapy is safe and appropriate for you.
- On the day of the appointment, the practitioner will begin by cleaning and sterilizing the skin and cups. They will then place the cups on specific points on your skin and create a vacuum by suctioning out the air. The cups will remain in place for several minutes, and the practitioner may move them around different body areas.
- After the therapy, the practitioner will remove the cups and clean the skin. It’s mandatory to rest and drink plenty of water after the treatment to help your body recover.
Remember that Hijama therapy is a form of alternative therapy and may not be suitable for everyone. It’s crucial to consult with a qualified healthcare provider before trying it, especially if you have any pre-existing medical conditions or are taking any medications.
FAQs
What are the Hijma Sunnah days?
The finest and most beneficial days for Cupping, also known as ‘Sunnah Days,’ are the 17th, 19th, or 21st of the lunar calendar.
Can I do hijama every month?
A healthy individual can utilize hijama once every three months for detox and illness prevention. It is up to the practitioner to determine his health and suggest accordingly.
Who invented hijama in Islam?
None other then our beloved last prophet Hazrat Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم. He performed hijama on himself and also recommend and suggest it as a beneficial treatment for a variety of ailments.
