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Hijama cupping is in fact wet cupping (i.e. where blood is removed) but done in accordance with the Islamic principles of Hijama. Cupping is done using glass or plastic cups in which a vacuum is created and is generally classified as either wet or dry, dry being the more common practice in the west. Wet cupping on the other hand is less common but more effective when it comes to using this modality for the treatment of many serious illnesses. It is most effective for pain and febrile illnesses but can also reduce cholesterol, regulate blood sugar levels, normalise insulin,...

Hijamah is the procedure of removing blood through the process of "wet" cupping on specific points on the body and at specified days of the lunar month. This has the effect of removing toxins, impurities and waste products of red blood cell breakdown from the blood circulation. Numerous benefits of the procedure have been identified through traditional experience as well as modern scientific research. These include a reduction in cholesterol, regulation of blood glucose and insulin levels, increase in circulating immune cells and enhancement of immune function.  Traditionally patients are advised to maintain a healthy diet pre and post the...

Hijama, Islamic cupping or "wet" cupping is the practice of removing blood from the surface of the body via the use of a suction device (normally a glass or disposable plastic cup) in order to effect healing. It is believed that in this manner toxins, impurities, damaged and old red blood cells as well as other byproducts of the body's normal physiological processes are removed from the body. Hijama specifically refers to the Islamic practice of wet cupping with its rules and regulations including the days of the month etc on which it should be performed. The Prophet Muhammad (SAW)...

Fibromyalgia is an ill-understood rheumatic disease causing a wide variety of symptoms that vary greatly from patient to patient. Wide-spread, deep burning pain is perhaps the most frequent symptom. Fibromyalgia pain occurs more commonly in the trunk, low back, hips, and shoulders. It is rare in the hands and feet. Onset is usually gradual and can interfere with even simple daily activities. It is more common in women and also has a stron association with mental stress and depression. Additional symptoms associated with fibromyalgia include fatigue, sleep disturbances, morning stiffness, headaches, irritable bowel-like symptoms, memory problems, anxiety and depression. Fibromyalgia...