Your Complete Guide

How It Works

Your Journey

What to Expect

Consultation

Your practitioner reviews your health history, goals, and any concerns. Your pre-screening questionnaire is checked to ensure hijama is appropriate for you.

Preparation

You are guided to a private, comfortable treatment room. The area is cleaned with antiseptic and all equipment is sterile and single-use — opened in front of you.

Dry Cupping Phase

Cups are placed on the skin and light suction applied. This creates a gentle pulling sensation that draws blood to the surface. Most patients find this deeply relaxing.

Steps 1 – 3 of 6

Consultation

Your practitioner reviews your health history, goals, and any concerns. Your pre-screening questionnaire is checked to ensure hijama is appropriate for you.

Preparation

You are guided to a private, comfortable treatment room. The area is cleaned with antiseptic and all equipment is sterile and single-use — opened in front of you.

Dry Cupping Phase

Cups are placed on the skin and light suction applied. This creates a gentle pulling sensation that draws blood to the surface. Most patients find this deeply relaxing.

Steps 1 – 3 of 6

Before Your Appointment

How to Prepare

Eat a light meal at least 2 hours before — do not arrive on an empty stomach.

Wear clean, loose, dark-coloured clothing (cups may leave temporary marks).

Stay well hydrated the day before and morning of your appointment.

Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours before treatment.

Do not shave the treatment area on the day of your appointment.

Inform us of any medications, health conditions, or concerns.

After Your Appointment

Recovery & Care

Rest for the day — avoid strenuous activity for at least 24 hours.

Avoid cold water, cold showers, or swimming for 24 hours after treatment.

Eat light, nutritious food. Honey and dates are traditional post-treatment recommendations.

Keep the treatment area clean and covered if needed.

Drink plenty of water to aid detoxification.

Circular marks from cupping are normal and will fade within 3–10 days.

Before Your Appointment

How to Prepare

Eat a light meal at least 2 hours before — do not arrive on an empty stomach.

Wear clean, loose, dark-coloured clothing (cups may leave temporary marks).

Stay well hydrated the day before and morning of your appointment.

Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours before treatment.

Do not shave the treatment area on the day of your appointment.

Inform us of any medications, health conditions, or concerns.

After Your Appointment

Recovery & Care

Rest for the day — avoid strenuous activity for at least 24 hours.

Avoid cold water, cold showers, or swimming for 24 hours after treatment.

Eat light, nutritious food. Honey and dates are traditional post-treatment recommendations.

Keep the treatment area clean and covered if needed.

Drink plenty of water to aid detoxification.

Circular marks from cupping are normal and will fade within 3–10 days.

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When Hijama May Not Be Suitable

Hijama is not suitable for everyone. Our pre-booking health questionnaire screens for the following conditions. If any apply, please contact us before booking.

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Currently taking blood thinners or anticoagulant medication

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Fever or acute illness on the day of treatment

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Severe anaemia or blood disorders

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Active open wounds, skin infections, or eczema at the treatment site

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Pregnancy (please consult us — some forms may be appropriate)

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Very recent surgery (within the past 4 weeks)

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