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Sunnah Day For Cupping (Hijama): Rabee Al-Awwal 1433 / February 2012

2012-02-04T16:02:00.000-08:00

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BismiLah Arrahmaan Arraheem

Assalumu alaikum wa rahmatuLah wa barakatuhu

The Sunnah day for wet cupping (hijama) in this month of Dhul Hijjah is as follows:

Tuesday 21st Rabee Al-Awwal 1433 - 14th February 2012

Please kindly note that these dates are based on the new, lunar month according to the sighting of the new moon by the naked eye, as cupping (hijama) is a form of worship. These dates may sometimes vary from the calculated, lunar dates.

AlhamdIlah the Sunnah Days are also posted on our website every month:

http://www.healthmeanswealth.co.uk/index.php?pr=Sunnah_Days

Cupping (Hijama) In Its Time Is A Cure For Every Disease

Abu Hurairah (may Allaah be pleased with him) reported that the Messenger (Sallallaahu Álayhi Wasallam) said, "Whoever performs cupping (hijama) on the 17^th, 19^th or 21^stday (of the Islamic, lunar month) then it is a cure for every disease." [Saheeh Sunan abi Dawud (3861)].

The Best Days For Cupping (Hijama)

Ibn Umar (may Allaah be pleased with him) reported that the Messenger (Sallallaahu Álayhi Wasallam) said, "Cupping (hijama) on an empty stomach* is best. It increases the intellect and improves the memory. It improves the memory of the one memorising. So whoever is going to be cupped then on a Thursday in the name of Allaah. Keep away from being cupped on a Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Be cupped on a Monday or Tuesday. Do not be cupped on a Wednesday because it is the day that Ayoub was befallen with the trial. You will not find leprosy except (by being cupped) on Wednesday or Wednesday night." [Saheeh Sunan ibn Maajah (3488)].

* 'alaa ar-reeq in arabic means to fast until after being treated with cupping. Once the treatment of cupping has been completed, one may eat and drink.

As for the Islamic day and night, the night enters before the day. So at sunset on Tuesday, Wednesday night comes in. Cupping (hijama) is best performed during the daytime between the athaan of fajr and the athaan of maghrib because yawm in arabic means daytime.

The Sunnah days for cupping (hijama) every month are when the 17^th or 19^th or 21^st of the lunar month coincide with a Monday, Tuesday or Thursday. These are the best and most beneficial days for cupping (hijama). If one is not able to be cupped on 17^th, 19^th or 21^st (coinciding with Monday, Tuesday or Thursday) then any Monday, Tuesday or Thursday of the month.

Cupping (Hijama) For Women

Jaabir ibn Abdullah y reported Umm Salama(may Allah be pleased with her) asked permission from the Messenger r to betreated with cupping (hijama). So the Messenger r ordered Abu Teeba t to cup her. Jaabir ibnAbdullah y said, " Ithink he r said that Abu Teeba t is her brotherthrough breastfeeding or a young boy who didn't reach puberty". [Saheeh Muslim (5708),abu Dawud (4102), Saheeh ibn Maajah (3480)].

Dry and massage cupping may be performed at any time.

We pray you find this information helpful. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any queries, comments or feedback.
JazakAllah khair for your support.

The Messenger (Sallallaahu Álayhi Wasallam) said, "Whoever revives a Sunnah from my Sunnah and the people practise it, will have the same reward of those who practise it without their reward diminishing…"
[Sunan ibn Maajah (209)].

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A Hijama Experience from Toronto, Canada

2012-01-31T17:23:00.000-08:00

A Hijama Experience from Toronto, Canada by Sister Hira

This is a guest-post in the form of a written interview with Sister Hira about her experience of hijama therapy in Toronto, Canada.

What condition did you suffer from (if any)?

Migraine headaches, vertigo (chronic dizziness) tinnitus (ringing in the ears) vestibular disorder

- Where do you live and where did you go for the hijama therapy?

I live in Toronto, Canada and went to a sister who does it in her home. I have also had dry cupping done at a clinic in Toronto called- Chaudhry Clinic.

- What other treatment did you try before trying hijama therapy?

I have tried Pharmaceutical drugs, acupuncture, massage, physiotherapy, chiropractor, dentist (for TMJ)

- What did the treatment involve and how long did it take?

It was very short and only took 20 minutes. It involved applying the cups, making the cuts and removing the old blood.

- How did you feel immediately after the treatment?

To be honest, physically I felt okay. I felt nervous but was surprised that it was so easy and comfortable.

- What was the result of the treatment, did you notice anything different straight after or some days after the treatment?

I noticed a difference within 3 days or so. I really did notice a dramatic difference after the 3rd treatment- my symptoms had changed and calmed down so much.

- What was your overall impression of the therapist and her practice? Did you feel safe at all times and was her equipment and procedures all hygienic / disposable?

As expected I was nervous for the 1st session, but Alhumdulillah the therapist was constantly reassuring me and she was constantly reminding me to make dua for myself and that I would be okay. She was very sterile, she constantly changed her gloves after every cup, she also has covers for all the cups she used, she used alcohol to sanitize everything. She opened a new blade in front of me. I felt that it was extremely hygienic.

- How did the therapist get to learn hijama therapy (was it a course she attended or was it something handed down from generation to generation in their family)?

She had learned it from back home in Egypt.

- Is there anything else you would like to add?

I would really encourage everyone to consider trying Hijama. If you look at pictures on the internet or if you google it, you might scare yourself- but it really is not painful at all. If anything we should be grateful to have the knowledge and ability to revive this sunnah as it truly has shifa in it. I also think you should not pay attention to what others say about trying new things- or alternative medicines, western medication does not work for everyone and only the sick person knows what they have to go through. Say Bismillah, put your trust in Allah and try it out. Be consistent in it and realize that there is no quick fix or magic pill.

Our thanks to the Sr Hira from Canada for sharing the above post. If you have any further questions to ask about her experience, then please do so via a comment* below.

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Best Days For Cupping (Hijama): Safar 1433 / January 2012

2012-01-11T03:57:00.000-08:00

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BismiLah Arrahmaan Arraheem

Assalumu alaikum wa rahmatuLah wa barakatuhu

There are no Sunnah days for cupping (hijama) in this month of Safar as the 17th, 19th and 21st of Safar do not correspond with a Monday, Tuesday or Thursday.

The next best days for cupping (hijama) this month are the nearest Monday, Tuesday and Thursday to the 17th, 19th and 21st of Safar which are as follows:

Tuesday 16th Safar 1433 - 10th January 2012

Thursday 18th Safar 1433 - 12th January 2012

Monday 22nd Safar 1433 - 16th July 2012

AlhamdIlah the Sunnah Days are also posted on our website every month:

http://www.healthmeanswealth.co.uk/index.php?pr=Sunnah_Days

Cupping (Hijama) In Its Time Is A Cure For Every Disease

The Best Days For Cupping (Hijama)

* 'alaa ar-reeq in arabic means to fast until after being treated with cupping. Once the treatment of cupping has been completed, one may eat and drink.

Cupping (Hijama) For Women

Dry and massage cupping may be performed at any time.

JazakAllah khair.

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Mens HIJAAMAH Session at Ihyaa Centre, London on 15 January

2012-01-06T09:26:00.001-08:00

The following is an announcement by the Ihyaa Institute in London, England

HIJAAMAH: A Healing from the Sunnah

Sa'eed Ibn Jubayr from Ibn 'Abbaas (Allah be pleased with him) that the Prophet (upon him be peace) said: Healing is in three things: drinking honey, the incision of a cupper, and the cauterising with fire, but I forbid my Ummah to use cauterising."
[al-Bukhari]

"Whoever revives an aspect of my Sunnah that is forgotten after my death, he will have a reward equivalent to that of the people who follow him, without it detracting in the least from their reward."
[al-Tirmidhi]

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Inflammation, your best friend and worst enemy

2011-12-28T18:13:00.000-08:00

The following is an interview with Dr Rizwhan Suleman (Mchiro) of Hijama Centres UK transcribed from his video, A Short Lesson in Hijama.

Inflammation, your best friend and worst enemy

- For those who have never heard of hijama, please give a background of hijama therapy

Hijama is known as cupping in English. It is one of the oldest medicines ever to be known by mankind. It was practiced by the ancient Egyptians, revered by Galen “The Father of medicine”, and is used in Traditional Chinese Medicine. It is performed throughout Africa, well recognised in Arabia, but most importantly for Muslims, it was prescribed upon the Prophet Muhammad ( (صلى الله عليه و سلم))

"On the night of Israa I did not pass an angel except it said to me, “Oh Muhammad! Order your Ummah with Hijama” - Tirmidhee

"If there is any good in your medical treatments it is in Hijama” - Bukhari

He (صلى الله عليه و سلم) used it for hip pain, when he sprained his ankle, for detoxification of the blood, and after ingesting poison. He prescribed it for migraine headache and as a maintenance of health

- Narrated Abu Kabshah al-Ansari: The Apostle of Allah (صلى الله عليه و سلم) used to have himself cupped on the top of his head and between his shoulders, and that he used to say:
If anyone pours out any of his blood, he will not suffer if he applied no medical treatment for anything. (Book 28, Number 3850) Sunan Abu Dawud.

What does it involve and how is it done?

Suction is the basic principle. A vacuum is created in valved suction cups using a handheld suction pump. The cup is placed over the skin & air is sucked out. After removing the cup small cuts are made onto the skin. The cuts are very light and superficial and comparable to a finger prick blood test. Although subjective pain is very minimal requiring no local or general anaesthetic. Once done the cups are re-applied with suction. This slowly encourages the small cuts to bleed. The cups are left on for 5-10 minutes and small quantities of blood begin to collect into the cups. After a given time period waste blood is safely discarded and bleeding stops almost immediately

Marks left after treatment normally take less than 2 weeks to completely disappear.

But how can bleeding possibly be beneficial?

First let’s look at our most common health issues: INFLAMMATION: Your Best Friend & Worst Enemy. In any injury our bodies send more blood to the site. This is known as vasodilatation and is part of inflammation. The body’s defences and emergency services get mobilised to the site.This aids in repair, healing and protection of the area.

So what’s the problem? Well, all our body tissues and cells are in a closed space under constant positive pressure. For there to be more blood in an area than there already is, more space is needed. But our bodies are enclosed in skin, tissues and fascia so more fluid equals more pressure. Increased pressure causes increased tissue stress, stretching and this becomes a swelling potentially causing more tissue damage.

Increased tissue pressure, swelling and stagnation equals pain and dysfunction of tissues & organs for example:

- carpal tunnel syndrome

- inflamed appendix

- inflammation of the liver

- inflamed disc in the spine causing nerve pressure

- swollen knees and ankles

If the problem does not resolve swiftly a perpetual cycle of damage and tissue pressure can begin. As the pressure in the affected tissue rises its blood supply becomes gradually restricted allowing accumulation or hindered eradication of waste, acidity (CO2) and dead cells. This leads to poor health of the tissue, stretching, irritation and damage of pain receptors and eventually illness, pain and disease.

Controlling inflammation is medicines greatest challenge, as so many conditions are caused from it, for example any condition ending in ‘itis’ implies inflammation::

arthritis
gastritis
meningitis
asthma
colitis
bronchitis
tendonitis
celuclitis
peritonitis
vasculitis
neuritis
pericarditis

and many more

This is why anti-inflammatory medication is so commonly used.

So what does hijama have to do with it?

The negative pressure of hijama can draw blood from deep within tissues and organs using the body’s own transport mechanisms to the surface of the skin. The small cuts allow the release of any offensive stagnant blood/fluid venting the pressure build-up. Only stagnant, pressurised blood is released. The removal of inflamed, acidic, toxic blood, lymph and debris allows space for fresh nutrient rich blood to penetrate the once congested tissue. Blood saturated with waste proteins, acidity, inflammatory modulators and dead cells is removed.

Removing pressure and swelling from the tissues removes physical and chemical stimulation of nociceptors (pain receptors) and gives instant relief, fresh blood, oxygen and nutrients which allows the body to repair, regain health and for tissues to regain function.

It’s also believed to have many positive effects to the cardiovascular system, general immunity, organ function and neurological activation. Research shows it is effective for: back pain, migraine, bronchial asthma, rheumatoid arthritis, knee pain, blood purification and general wellbeing.More research is being conducted, clinical cases show remarkable results for a wide range of conditions.

But is it safe?

Under the guidance of a qualified health professional it is very safe. Patients are screened and assessed before treatment. All equipment is single use and disposable. Practitioners will advise on individual suitability as treatment is not advised for all cases.

For more information, visit www.hijamacentres.co.uk

Hijama Centre Locations:
Leicester:
1st Floor, 177 Evington Road
Leicester
Tel: 0116 340 0786

Bristol:
1st Floor, 404 Stapleton Road
Easton
Bristol
Tel: 0117 369 6786

Cardiff :
53 The Parade
Roath
Cardiff
Tel: 07533 446 373

London:
Upper Tooting Road
South London
Tel: 07950 715 243

Blackburn:
1st floor, 86 Randal Street
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Tel: 07561 313 460

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Sunnah Days For Cupping (Hijama) Muharram 1433 / December, 2011

2011-12-01T03:09:00.001-08:00

The following is a guest blog-post by Zahid Malik, a male cuppingtherapist from Manchester, England.

Sunnah Days For Cupping (Hijama) Muharram 1433 / December, 2011

Asalaamu Alaikum, Peace

We hope & pray that youare all in good health & in the best state of Imaan Inshallah.

Did you know that The Prophet Muhammed (peace be upon him) explainedthat Hijama/cupping is one of the best medicines that we have? :

"The best medicine with which you treat yourselves isHijama/cupping", or "The best treatment you can use is....Hijama/cupping." (Reference: Al Bukhari, 5371)

HEALTH is WEALTH and HIJAMA is the fastest & most direct form ofDETOX known to mankind!

RasulAllah also said:

"Whoever performs cupping (hijamah) on the 17th, 19th or 21st day (of theIslamic, lunar month) then it is a cure for every disease." [SaheehSunan abi Dawud (3861)].

The Sunnah days for December (Muharram) are:

12th, 15th &17th of December 2011
(Monday, Thursday & Saturday).

We kindly request you to book asap as there are limited slots availablefor these dates. To avoid disappointment please contact us as mentioned in thedetails below.

On a general week to week basis, the second most benefial days after thesunnah days are each and every, Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays. Pleasenote that hijama can be practiced on any day except for Wednesdays.

For all those who would like to get booked in you can contact us on thefollowing to book your slot.

We have both male & female therapists for your convenience available daily.

Tel: 0161 432 5131 Mob: 078 786 10349

Email: thetherapyclinic@hotmail.co.uk

Website: www.thetherapyclinic.info

Please note that we have both (male & female) practitionersavailable daily except for Wednesdays & Fridays

Jazakallah khair and thank you for your continued support from all thestaff @ The Therapy Clinic, Manchester, UK.

Br Zahid Malik & all the team

Head Practitioner of The Therapy Clinic

702 BURNAGE LANE

MANCHESTER

M19 1NA

www.thetherapyclinic.info

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Our thanks to Zahid Malik for sharing the above post. If you have any questionsfor him, or if you have a patient of his and want to leave him a testimonial,then please leave a comment* below.

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Hijama Nation is now registered and approved by the Complementary Medical Association (CMA).

2011-11-10T02:45:00.000-08:00

The following is an announcement and a special offer on Hijama training by Hijama Nation in Connecticut, USA.

Asslamoalaykum wa Rahmatullah,

A blessed EID MUBARAK to you and your family!!!

ALHUMDULILLAH,WE HAVE GOOD NEWS...

Hijama Nation is now registered andapproved by the Complementary Medical Association (CMA).

We have MORE good news...

“ The Prophet (PBUH) also said: "If there is anything good inthe medicines with which you treat yourselves, it is in the incision of theHijama therapist, or a drink of honey or cauterisation with fire, but I do notlike to be cauterised." (Reference: Muslim #2205)

Aa a special Eid gift from us to you, we are offering our Hijama Home Use Course andHijama Practitioner Certification Course at HALFPRICE for a limited time only!

"Whoever revives a Sunnah from my Sunnah and the peoplepractice it, s/he will have the same reward of those who practice it withouttheir reward diminishing” (Sunan ibn Maajah #209)

To request an application form, please write to us at Hijama Nation. For moreinformation, please visit our course page: http://hijamanation.com/hijama-courses/

OFFERENDS:

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Revive the Sunnah and Promote Health!

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Sunnah Days For Cupping (Hijama) Dhul Hijjah 1432 / November 2011

2011-10-29T15:33:00.000-07:00

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BismiLah Arrahmaan Arraheem

Assalumu alaikum wa rahmatuLah wa barakatuhu

The Sunnah day for wet cupping (hijama) in this month of Dhul Hijjah is as follows:

Tuesday 19th Dhul Hijjah 1432 - 15th November 2011

Thursday 21st Dhul Hijjah 1432 - 17th November 2011

AlhamdIlah the Sunnah Days are also posted on our website every month:

http://www.healthmeanswealth.co.uk/index.php?pr=Sunnah_Days

Cupping (Hijama) In Its Time Is A Cure For Every Disease

The Best Days For Cupping (Hijama)

* 'alaa ar-reeq in arabic means to fast until after being treated with cupping. Once the treatment of cupping has been completed, one may eat and drink.

Cupping (Hijama) For Women

Dry and massage cupping may be performed at any time.

JazakAllah khair.

Health Means Wealth
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enquiries@healthmeanswealth.co.uk

www.healthmeanswealth.co.uk

Hijama Stall at International fair of the Muslim world in France

2011-10-22T09:17:00.000-07:00

Aslamulaykum. This is an announcement onbehalf of the International fair of the Muslim world (“Salon International Du Monde Musalman”). They are holding a massiveIslamic Exhibition in Paris, France on 17th, 18th, 19th Dec 2011 for Muslims all around the world. They are looking for fully trained and certified Hijama Therapists to run one or multiple boothsin the Islamic Health and Fitness portion of the event. They need male and female therapists who can treat brothers andsisters separately. Hijama Therapistswill charge the patients directly. Applicants should apply to them and pay a fee for the booths:

Benefits forhaving the Hijama Booth

There will be about 100,000 Muslims from all over world attending thisfair. Hijama will be the highlight of the event. You will get the opportunityto educate Muslims about Hijama and your company and be able to revive thissunnah. The fair will promote your company on their website and on Facebook.

TheStandard full pack includes: (Euros 1000-Price excluding VAT)

A 6sqm²stand (including panels, carpet, sign board), 3 spot lights (per 6 sqm²),Cleaning, 1000€.

Optionaloffers include: (for extra costs)

Areserved area, Phone / Fax/ Credit cards terminal, Internet ADSL, Electricalpower up to 1Kw, Table, Chair.

Amountof the booking deposit (50%)

Thebalance must be regulated at the latest 30 days before the date of the event.In case of cancellation, 100% of the sum will be regarded as remainder due tothe organizer. The stands of the exhibitors will be established by theorganizer progressively with their inscription and according to the square metersavailable.

If you are interested, please urgently contact the S.I.M.M - SalesManager at the CommercialDepartment:

Phone :00 33 1 808 962 29

Fax :00 33 1 808 962 30

UMF,242 Boulevard Voltaire 75011 Paris FRANCE

Website: www.salon-monde-musulman.com/eng

Email: commercial.salon@gmail.com

How Can Bleeding Possibly Be Beneficial?

2011-10-19T15:11:00.000-07:00

The following is an article from Dr Rizwhan Suleman (Mchiro) of Hijama Centres UK.

What isCupping/Hijama?
Cupping is the modern term for an ancient medical treatment in which apartial vacuum is created in cups that are positioned onto the surface of thebody. The vacuum created by either heat or suction draws up skin, subcutaneoustissue and muscle layers a few millimeters into the cups.

Hijama or wet cupping is also an ancient medical technique popularamongst Arab cultures. It utilizes the same principles of regular cuppingtherapy except it allows the release and removal of stagnant blood, toxins,inflammation and swellings through the application of small scratches or pinpricks over the areas where the suction is applied.

This combination of cupping therapy and controlled bloodletting hasbeen utilized for over 3000 years and was a practice the prophet Muhammad(pbuh) promoted & recommended as an inspiration from God. The practiceof wet cupping was also an integral part of more recent medical practice as itdeveloped in the Middle East and was used up until the 1800’s even here in theUK.

Although a simplified explanation wet cupping can be likened to amechanical form of leaching allowing small quantities of blood to be releasedfrom swollen and painful areas of the body, to give relief, promote healing andto regain function.

How Can Bleeding Possibly Be Beneficial?
Many conditions that we suffer with are related to inflammation. Thisincludes all conditions that end with the word “itis” such as arthritis,tendonitis, gastritis, appendicitis etc. The common factor in all theseconditions is that there is too much unwanted inflammation in that area. Thisis why anti-inflammatory medication is regularly prescribed to try and reducedown the amount of this inflammation.

Unwanted inflammation can be simplified as a state in which there istoo much blood in an area causing pressure and stagnation preventing the regular flow of nutrient and waste exchange, resulting in pain and compromised natural healing abilities. If left untreated this candevelop into a chronic state in which the reduced blood flow allows the build up of waste, carbondioxide and acidity, causing further pressure, cell damage, pain, and discomfort leading to moreinflammation, perpetuating the problem.

"If there is any good in your medical treatments, it is inHijama"

-Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) Bukhari 5359

Why use Hijama?
Chemical drugs can be used to reduce pain and dampen inflammation butcupping therapy has the unique ability of drawing out inflammation, stagnantblood, cell debris and toxins from deep within the body to the surface of theskin.

By utilizing wet cupping this built up pressure can be released throughtiny pin pricks or light scratches on the skin which often gives instantaneous relief and allows fresh blood,nutrients and oxygen to penetrate the area breaking the cycle of pain and discomfort.

Traditionally it has been understood that wet cupping also allows aprocess of purifying the blood and removing unwanted materials from the system.By removing these elements you can reduce the problems that they cause andreduce pain, discomfort and inevitably disease. For this reason wet cuppingtherapy has been used throughout history to treat a wide range of conditionsand even as a preventative medicine.

What canCupping/Hijama help?
The Prophet (saw) used hijama as a method of detoxification; after ingesting poison, treating hip pain, as a treatment against black magic, for his ankle after twisting it and he would also recommend it to people with Migraine. He (saw) would also use it regularly without having any problems, as a preventative medicine. Throughout history hijama has been used to purify the blood & for a wide range of conditions ranging from infertility & skin problems to gout & arthritis.

Is it Safe?
When practiced in a clean & hygienic environment under the guidance of a qualified Health Professional hijama is very safe & relatively risk free.

Unlike other forms of medicinal interventions hijama does not bring anything foreign into the body eliminating the chances of having a “reaction” to the treatment. It simply acts by restoring your body’s ability to repair and function to its optimal level.

Practitioners can screen for various problems & complications before performing the treatment. This involves checking blood pressure, medication & previous medical history, allowing referal of complicated cases to a senior physician when indicated. Although the quantity of blood removed in hijama is relatively minimal, iron levels and anaemia are always taken into consideration. Materials used to perform the treatment are all single use & disposed of after each patient.

When can hijama be performed?
It is the consensus of the scholars that like any medicinal treatment hijama should be used as & when needed. This is how the Prophet (saw) used it when treating health problems. There are ahadith that mention a preferred time of the month (17th, 19th & 21st) however the prophet (saw) also performed it out of this time such as while on Hajj. There are no dates, times or days when hijama is not permitted.

Who are Hijama Centres UK:
We are a group ofQualified Health Professionals & experienced hijamatherapists that provide hijama in an increasingnumber of clinics throughout the UK. We have years ofexperience in practicing hijama & provide care forour patients under the guidance of Qualified HealthProfessionals and Doctors. We are all passionateabout promoting natural health through the guidance ofthe Quran & Sunnah. Our aim is to revive thisforgotten Sunnah & make it a means of bettering thehealth of the Ummah.

Hijama Centre Locations:
Leicester:
1st Floor, 177 Evington Road
Leicester
Tel: 0116 340 0786

Bristol:
1st Floor, 404 Stapleton Road
Easton
Bristol
Tel: 0117 369 6786

Cardiff :
53 The Parade
Roath
Cardiff
Tel: 07533 446 373

London:
Upper Tooting Road
South London
Tel: 07950 715 243

Blackburn:
1st floor, 86 Randal Street
Whalley Range
Blackburn
Tel: 07561 313 460

FEATURED HIJAMA THERAPISTS:
Hijama Centres UK

CONTACT DETAILS:
Mobile:07533 446 373
Email: Dr.rizwhan@gmail.com
Website: www.hijamacentres.co.uk

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Hijamah in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia - by Zeshan Ali Khan

2011-10-12T18:37:00.000-07:00

This is a guest-post in the form of a written interview with Zeshan Ali Khan - a male cupping therapist based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

Please give us a short introductionabout yourself, and in particular how you ended up being hijama therapists?

My name is Zeshan Ali Khan, I am from Pakistan. I did Masters in computersciences from Gomal University D.I.Khan Pakistan in 1998. After completing myeducation I got work visa for Saudi Arabia in August 2001 and finally settledin Jeddah.

Now recently I am working in ITdepartment of one of the retail business company in KSA.

We have a history of lowerback pain and head-ache as a family problem, and I recently suffered from theseconditions as well. For that, I had so many treatments; also I had my MRI whichwas very normal. One of my friends introduced me to Hijamah. Still I wasreluctant to have Hijamah therapy for myself. Instead I got proper trainingfrom Brother Abu Abdul Wali, as my wife was more interested than me to learnHijamah and practice it, so that is why she also got proper training from UmmAbdul Wali.

And I am sure that Brother Abu AbdulWali and his wife both are one of the best Hijamah therapists in this world. Heis not only my teacher but a good friend also. I saw and did so many cases withmy teacher. And almost all the patients obtained cured with great results.

So after learning, my wife did myHijamah for the first time, she applied three cups 2 on Akhda'ain and one onKahil. And from the very first session I was feeling relief from backache.Alhamdolillah

And why not because this is a Sunnahof our beloved Prophet Mohammed (Sallallaahu Álayhi Wasallam), which was themain point that forced us to learn Hijamah.

- What particular illnesses/conditions (if any), do you specialize / had the most experience in?

For the lower back pain and usually itis related to spinal Cord, I cupped lot of patients complaining lower backpain. And 8 cups plan on back gives a sound result in this scenario.

- And do you find that in your experience, the conditions/illnesses that youhave come across respond well to cupping (hijama) therapy? And if so, what arethey?

In all my case list for all patientsexcept one OR maybe two had positive results starting from thenext day of Hijamah. And as per my experience for migraine, leg pain andbackache Hijamah is like a pouring of water on fire, and of course healing always comesfrom the sky.

- Do you have any interesting case-studies that you can briefly share withus from your hijama treatments?

I have so many cases in my case list.The most common problem for which patients come to me is Backache, for which Iapply 2 cups on Akhda'ain, one on Kahil and 2 cups along the backbone and 2cups bilaterally in the lumber region. This plan of cupping usually helps inthis problem.

And the second case of migraineresponds well to 2 cups on the scalp Yafookh and Haamah. These 2 points are thebest location for migraine and I saw many patients recovering from migraine afterapplying 2 cups on the scalp.

And the 3^rd case which Iexperienced with very good results was a case of Allergic Asthma. In thesepatients I use to apply 5 cups. Two on Akhda'ain one on Kahil and twobilaterally on the back in the lungs region.

And also for the patients who use tocomplaint for the knee pains, I apply 3 cups on each knee, that is left, rightand on the top of knee. One of my friend was complaining for knees pain especiallyduring Salaat in Rukoo'. After applying 6 cups on his both knees, it gavetremendous result and patient recovered after first session Alhamdolillah.

But for sure the healing always comesfrom the sky.

- Also what would you say about using cupping as a general preventativetherapy and how often would you recommend this (once a month? once/twice ayear?)

As Hijamah is the beautiful Sunnah ofour beloved Prophet Mohammed (Sallallaahu Álayhi Wasallam) so for us being a Muslimsthere should not be any doubt to adopt Hijamah therapy as a first aid. And asper my experience one should repeat Hijamah after six months especially for thespinal related issues.

- As a hijama therapist, how often do you get hijama done yourself, and whatfor (if any specific condition) and who do you go to get it done (since it isnot an easy therapy to self-administer)?

Of course 17^th, 19^thand 21^st of the Islamic months are the best days for Hijamah, butone can perform it on any other days based on requirements.

For my lower back pain issue once insix months I use to have Hijamah performed by my wife. My wife has become an expert inHijamah therapy, as she has done lots of cases. By profession, she is a medical doctorbut recently, she is practicing Hijamah exclusively.

- What is the overall prevalence of hijama therapy in your country atpresent?

In Saudi Arabia I think that local Arabs are already familiar with Hijamah,& expatriates are also having the awareness of this forgotten Sunnah. And Ibelieve that my teacher brother Abu Abdul Wali has played crucial role and ofcourse he is one of the pioneer for spreading this forgotten Sunnah amongIndo/Pak community in Saudi Arabia. May Allah reword him the best as hedeserves.

Is it now available in hospitals andclinics as a valid alternative / sunnah therapy?

As currently I am staying in Saudi Arabia, one of my friends told me that thereare some hospitals probably in Makkah region practicing Hijamah therapy. Butpersonally I didn’t see any Hijamah clinic around.

But in Pakistan there are many clinicsthat are using Hijamah as a valid alternative/Sunnah therapy.

- Is there anything else you would like to add?

As per our beloved Prophet Mohamed(Sallallaahu Álayhi Wasallam) said, "Indeed the best of remedies you haveis Hijamah".

So I request to all readers that theymust learn Hijamah. Specially teach Hijamah to your sisters, mother and wife,as we are short of female Hijamah therapists. So it is a good practice that aman should cup the male and a woman should cup the females.

We can find lot of information onTibb-e-Nabawi on :

http://www.tibbenabwi.com

FEATURED HIJAMA THERAPIST:
Zeshan Ali Khan

LOCATION:
Jeddah
Saudi Arabia

CONTACT DETAILS:
Email: zali323@hotmail.com

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Sunnah Days For Cupping (Hijama) Zil Qad 1432 / October 2011

2011-10-12T02:07:00.000-07:00

Sunnah Days For Cupping (Hijama): Zil Qad 1432 - Information provided by Health Means Wealth
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The Sunnah day for wet cupping (hijama) in this month of Dhul Qida is as follows:

Monday 19th Dhul Qida 1432
Monday 17th October 2011

AlhamdIlah the Sunnah Days are also posted on our website every month:

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Cupping (Hijama) In Its Time Is A Cure For Every Disease

The Best Days For Cupping (Hijama)

* 'alaa ar-reeq in arabic means to fast until after being treated with cupping. Once the treatment of cupping has been completed, one may eat and drink.

Cupping (Hijama) For Women

Dry and massage cupping may be performed at any time.

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Treating Dengue Fever with Hijama and Tibb-e-Nabawi

2011-10-06T04:33:00.000-07:00

This is a guest-post by Abu Abdul Wali - a male cupping therapist based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia contributed from the website: http://www.tibbenabwi.com.

Treating Dengue Fever with Tibb-e-Nabawi

Treating Dengue Fever with Tibb-e-Nabawi

Dengue fever is a virus-based disease spread by mosquitoes. Dengue fever begins with a sudden high fever, often as high as 104 - 105 degrees Fahrenheit. A flat, red rash may appear over most of the body 2 - 5 days after the fever starts. A second rash, which looks like the measles, appears later in the disease. Infected people may have increased skin sensitivity and are very uncomfortable. Other symptoms include Headache (especially behind the eyes), Fatigue, Joint aches, Muscle aches, Nausea, and Vomiting. In a small proportion of cases, the disease develops into the life-threatening dengue hemorrhagic fever, resulting in bleeding, low levels of blood platelets and blood plasma leakage.

Tibb-e-Nabawi is the blessed medicine recommended by our beloved Prophet Muhammad Sallallaho Alaihe Wasallam, it consists of

1. Seeking the Shifa (healing) from Allah's Treasures by developing a firm belief that Allah Has Sent the disease & Allah is the Healer, & if the healing is delayed, it is by Allah's Wisdom & Hikmah.

2. Seeking Shifa by adopting Salehaat (Salaat, Quran, Zikr, Istighfaar, Sadaqah) and avoiding sins

3. Seeking Shifa by the foods of Prophet Muhammad Sallallaho Alaihe Wasallam

4. Seeking Shifa by the blessed herbs praised by Prophet Muhammad Sallallaho Alaihe Wasallam

5. Seeking Shifa by Hijamah (removing blood from underneath the skin to drain out impurities), which is Sunnah & best treatment of this world. To learn more about Hijamah, please see the link Hijamah ~ The Best Treatment

Dengue was widespread in Pakistan during 2010 & vide our friend (Mr. Arshad Kamal based in Lahore), we treated some patients with the following :

To follow the Sunnah, Hijamah was done & a small amount of blood (not more than 100 ml) was drained out from the back. We adopt Hijamah to remove toxins from the blood, as an example, you may read the link Hijamah ~ Antidote for Poison and you will read that when Prophet Muhammad Sallallaho Alaihe Wasallam poisoned in Ghazwah Khayber, Hijamah was used as an Anti-dote to take out the poison.

If the patient is not willing to take Hijamah, we skip it & start Tibb-e-Nabawi medicine immediately.

We used some formulations (attached) that are made with the combination of blessed herbs, and the prescription was

(1) Formula "J" (Joshanda) to be taken as hot infusion, 5 cups daily

(2) Formula "W" as one teaspoon 3 times a day

(3) Formula "R" made as a paste in honey; one tablespoon twice daily

(4) Sa'oot of Qust-al-Bahri for inhaling, Qust is ground into ultra-fine powder, the patient lays down & stops the breath outwards, puts a pinnch of Qust in each nostril, keeps a finger over the nose & inhales the powder with a powerful breath, this treatment is also mentioned in Tibb-e-Nabawi

Results were beautiful & the fever broke down, with platelet count rising back within the normal range.

Furthermore, we should fumigate our houses with Myrrh, Thyme & Mugwort as per the following Hadith (our formula "W" has all these 3 herbs included):

عن أبان بن صالح عن أنس - رضي الله تعالى عنه - أن رسول الله - صلى الله عليه وسلم - قال

بخروا بيوتكم بالشيح والمر والصعتر روى أبو نعيم في الطب = انظر كنز العمال 28316

Narrated by Abu Nuaim on the authority of Abban Bin Saleh Bin Anas radi Allaho Anh, that Prophet Muhammad Sallallaho Alaihe Wasallam said : "Fumigate your houses with Mugwort, Myrrh & Thyme". (Kanz-ul-Ummal)

We also recommend to fumigate the house with Frankincense. As written on Wikipedia, burning frankincense repels mosquitos and thus helps protect people and animals from mosquito-borne illnesses, such as malaria, West Nile Virus, and Dengue Fever.

Please contact Mr. Arshad Kamal for more information at :

aaaplas@gmail.com or call at his Cell Phone +92 300 9436050.

Clinical Evidence :

Mr. Arshad Kamal has also treated some patients 2011 & recently, he has furnished some test reports for a patient who was diagnosed with Dengue Fever on Sep. 4th, 2011; when his Platelet count was 211,000 and it dropped to 151,000 after 4 days on Sep. 8th, 2011, look how fast the damage occurs.

Patient was given the medicine (formula W, R & J) on Sep. 4th 2011, the herbs took few days to ignite themselves, & Masha'Allah that on Sep. 11th, Platelets had raised to 194,000 & after 10 days on Sep. 14th, they jumped to 284,000, ohhhh what a beauty.........

As per the sayings of Prophet Muhammad Sallallaho Alaihe Wasallam, Beetroot soup with Barley is the best for weak patients, so we also recommend this for the weakness caused by low platelets.

Please click on the link below to see the clinical evidence:

Test reports for the Dengue patient (treated with Tibb-e-Nabawi medicine).

Formulations :

Weights mentioned below are as per the unit proportion, if you need to prepare lesser quantity, reduce the unit weight for all herbs accordingly.

Bring the herbs, clean / sieve them properly to remove dust, some herbs may have small pebbles as well, all the impurities have to be removed carefully. Once the cleaning has been done, take them back to the herbal shop as you can't grind some hard herbs in your kitchen with a blender machine, many herbal shops have the commercial grinders, they will do the milling for you.

Keep the powdered mixtures in air tight containers & it is better to put them in refrigerator for a longer life.

FEATURED HIJAMA THERAPIST:
Abu Abdul Wali

LOCATION:
Jeddah
Saudi Arabia

CONTACT DETAILS:
Email:shami@tibbenabwi.com
Website: http://www.tibbenabwi.com

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Advanced Cupping Therapy Workshop in Turkey By Ilkay Zihni Chirali on 15-16 October, 2011

2011-10-05T03:13:00.000-07:00

Cupping Therapy by Ilkay Chirali

The following is an announcement by Ilkay Zihni Chirali, author of Traditional Chinese Medicine Cupping Therapy.

Dear Cupping Therapy practitioners, 15-16 October I will be holding a 2 day cupping workshop in Istanbul, Turkey.

Venue:
Florence Nightingale Hospital
Caglayan
Istanbul
Turkey.

For more details and to register for the workshop, contact Dr Orhon Uzel: orhonuzel@gmail.com

Advanced Cupping Therapy Workshop

By Ilkay ZihniChirali MBAcC--RCHM

Program

Day 1:

Morning Session--- 9 am-1 pm

9am-11am:

General introduction --- (Why Cupping Therapy?)

Safety issues: Patient/Practitioner

Cupping Research presentation (1- Effects on the ESR levels,2-Cupping for patients with Inflammatory Complaints- Clinical and Biochemicaloutcomes)

Q&A

11am-11.15am Teabreak

11.15am-1pm:

Introduction Demonstration and Practice of Eleven CuppingMethods

(Light-Cupping, Medium-Cupping, Strong-Cupping &Moving-Cupping Methods)

- Abdominal Cupping (Pain, flatulence, Constipation,Diarrhoea)

- Anaemia

- Chronic Fatigue syndrome

Lunch break

(1pm-2pm)

Afternoon Session----2 pm-6 pm

Introduction, Demonstrationand Practice of Eleven Cupping Methods

(Needle-Cupping, Moxa-Cupping,Light-Moving Cupping & Empty/Flash-Cupping Methods)

4pm-4.15pm TeaBreak

4.15pm-6pm

- Lung conditions: (Bronchitis,Asthma, Cough (Dry cough -- with Phlegm)

- Skin conditions (Eczema,Psoriasis & Boils)

- Common colds

- Fevers

- Q & A

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Day-2:

Morning Session--- 9 am-1 pm

Introduction, Demonstration and Practice of ElevenCupping Methods

(Bleeding-Cupping, Herbal-Cupping & Water-CuppingMethods)

11.00 am -11.15 am Tea Break

11.15 am-1 pm:

-Musculoskeletal Complaints (Bi syndrome (Hot Bi-Cold Bi)

- Atrophy syndrome.

- Bach ache & Sciatica

- Sexual complaints

- Infertility

Lunchbreak

(1pm-2pm)

Afternoon Session –2pm-6pm

- Sports Injuries

- Stroke (wind stroke- Facial paralysis)

- Emotional Conditions (Feeling low- Panic attacks)

4pm-4.15pm Tea Break

4.15pm-6pm

- Cosmetic Cupping (Breast enhancement, facelift &Cellulite)

- Miscellaneous conditions

- Discussion

- Q & A

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More information about the Author and Organiser of the Workshop:

Ilkay Zihni Chirali MBAcC, RCHM

Member of the British Acupuncture Council

Member of the Register of Chinese Herbal Medicine (UK)

TCM Practitioner/Teacher/Author

Dip.Acupuncture 1985(Aust),Dip.Clinical Hypnosis (Aust), Dip.Chinese Herbal Medicine (UK), Cert.Paediactric Acupuncture (UK), Cert. Chinese Herbal Med (NanjingChina), Cert. Acupuncture (Nanjing China)

Acupuncture Practitioner (1985)

TCM.Teacher (Acupuncture &Cupping therapy) (1987)

Author: Cupping Therapy- Traditional Chinese Medicine (First published1999, 2^nd edition 2007) (Translated to German, Portuguese (Brazil), Czech,and French languages.)

Qualified as TCM practitioner in1985 Melbourne Australia, where I opened my firstTraditional Chinese Medicine clinic. Returned to Englandin 1987 where I set up a clinic in SE Londonand still practice. As Cupping Therapy Expert, I have presented cuppingtherapy papers in 5 International seminars, contribute regularly to theTCM publications and held well over 50 cupping therapy teaching workshops(England, Switzerland, Germany, Turkey, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Holland andAustralia) as well appearing as an “expert” on the BBC TV (Children In Need),BBC2 TV history program (Supersize me- Elizabethan times), BBC Radio4 Today andCapital Radio programmes. I also accept final-year Acupuncture students at myclinic for clinical practice and observation.

FEATURED CUPPING THERAPIST:
Ilkay Zihni Chirali MBAcC, RCHM

LOCATION

Acupuncture and Cupping Therapy Clinic

163 Upton Road,
Bexleyheath,
Kent.
DA6 8LY England.

CONTACT DETAILS:
Email= ilkayzchirali@aol.com
Tel: 44-208 306 6736

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Your FREE Copy of the second Volume of Cupping / Hijama Times

2011-09-27T16:46:00.000-07:00


Click to download the 2nd Volume.

Get your FREE Copy of the second Volume of Cupping / Hijama Times magazine.

The following is an excerpt from the newly launched second volume of the Cupping / Hijama Times magazine. To download your copy, please click the link under the image on the right hand side.

INTRODUCTION

Welcome to this second edition of Cupping/Hijama times. The International Cupping Society - membership continues to grow and we see this medical treatment is being practiced by more and more therapists as patients continue to gain benefit.

We see that people throughout the world are returning to this age old treatment as it is simple- safe if carried out by those specifically trained, and the benefit is that it allows the body to heal itself without the use of expensive often fruitless drugs and medications.

All those practicing wet cupping have the onus upon them to educate their medical colleagues this treatment truly is a Godsend and they can benefit their patients immensely by learning or referring their patients onto those that practice it.

We thank you for your patience and ask you all to work with us to take this treatment to all of mankind.

Enjoy this edition and don't forget to submit for the next edition.

Dr. T. Shaban - Chairman
Dr. M. Ravalia - Assistant Chair

International Cupping Society

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BCS September Workshop postponed to 15 October, 2011

2011-09-27T15:47:00.000-07:00

A Cupping Therapy Workshop for Health Professionals - by The British Cupping Society

The following is an announcement by Hasan Abdulla of the British Cupping Society:

'Cupping Therapy: Al-Hejamah - An Introduction Workshop'.

We apologise for any inconvenience, but the above workshop originally planned for Saturday 24 September, 2011, has now been postponed to:

Date: Saturday 15 October, 2011
Venue:
St.Georges Hospital
Medical School
University of London
5th Floor,
Hunter Wing
Physiotherapy Labs.

See link below for welcome letter, workshop details and workshop registration form.

Please return all registration forms to the address provided in the pack. Due to high demand for places, the closing date for applications is 10 October 2011. Late applications will only be considered subject to availability.

Who is the workshop designed for?

Exclusively for Health Professionals who:

* Have an interest in Alternative Medicine
* Are eager to broaden their portfolio and repertoire of skills
* Seek training and supervision by Medical experts in the field of Cupping Therapy

Workshop Documents:

Please download the documents from the following links:

- Workshop Overview, Registration Form and Welcome Letter

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FEATURED ORGANISATION:
British Cupping Society

LOCATION
81 Corbet Close,
Hackbridge,
Wallington,
Surrey,
England
SM6 7AR

CONTACT DETAILS:
Tel: +44 (0)20 8669 6639
Mobile: +44(0) 7915085353
web: www.britishcuppingsociety.org

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An Announcement by Natural Health Nature's Finest (NHNF) in London

2011-09-22T16:32:00.000-07:00

This is an announcement by Natural Health Natures Finest who are cupping therapists and course providers based in London, England

NATURAL HEALTH NATURE’S FINEST

From September 2011, Natural Health Nature's Finest Hijama Clinic will be limiting our Hijama mobile services in London for ONCE A MONTH ONLY.

All mobile service start from:

£50 (1p)
£45 (2p)
£40 (3p)
Discount is available for group booking.

*Some people may be asked for travel expenses.

Hijama treatment will be given by Sister Anisa Kissoon (Islam Channel, Iqra TV, Peace TV), she is responsible for making Hijama certified and recognised in UK and other countries. With more than 10 years experience she has treated many different type of illness including cancers, heart diseases, infertility, diabetes, high blood pressure, anxiety and depression.

Treatment in Croydon clinic will only be available every Monday only and will be performed by another female therapist trained by Sister Anisa personally. Price start from £35

We also have male therapists for brothers for mobile services or at the Croydon Clinic.

From September onwards, all booking will only be confirmed once the payment is made before the day of the booking. For booking/information please contact 07877541990 or info@nhnf.co.uk.
Natural Health Nature’s Finest.

FEATURED HIJAMA THERAPISTS:
Natural Health Natures Finest

CLINIC LOCATION

27 Georgia Road,
Croydon,
London
CR7 8DU

Tel: 02087654615
Mobile: 07877541990
Email: info@nhnf.co.uk
Website: www.nhnf.co.uk
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Hijamah in Rawalpindi, Pakistan

2011-09-14T09:38:00.000-07:00

The following is a guest blog-post in the form of a written interview with Muhammad Ghufran, a male cupping therapist in Rawalpindi, Pakistan.

Al-Hijamah (Cure by Sunnah)

- Please give us a short introduction about yourself, andin particular how you ended up being a hijama therapist?

My name is Muhammad Ghufran (Abu Umer). Byprofession, I am a systems engineer and got my Software Engineering degree fromUniversity of Lahore. I am working since 2001 and now I am working as Asst.Director Projects in Irish based company in Pakistan. On one of my foreign trips toDubai, my elder brother introduced hijamah to me and encouraged me to get training of this highlyrecommended Prophetic Treatment. Further we both got training from Sharjah(UAE) by an Egyptian teacher Shaykh Saeed. He is well trained and anexperienced cupper.

Now I am is a certified cupping therapist;practicing past many years.

I am a certified Tibb-e-Nabawi Practitioner (National Research Council ofAlternative Medicines), doing practice in this Prophetic treatment as “Practice makes a man perfect.”

- What particular illnesses/ conditions (if any), do youspecialise / had the most experience in?

Alhumdolillah, due to applying thousands ofcups and treating hundreds of patient, I am specialized in many illnesses like Skindiseases (Allergies), Sciatica Pain, Alopecia, Renal (kidney disease), Infertility,Thyroid, Tonsils, Rheumatism, Hypertension, Liver and gall bladder disease.

- And do you find that in your experience, theconditions/illnesses that you have come across respond well to cupping (hijama)therapy? And if so, what are they? Please provide some case studies.

According to theHadith,

Anas ibn Maalik (mayAllah be pleased with him) reported that the Messenger (Sallallaahu ÁlayhiWasallam) said, "Indeed the best of remedies you have is cupping(hijama)”
Saheeh al-Bukhaaree (5371).

> I had treated a female patient Mrs. Afzal Ahmed (my elder sister), when Ihad started Hijamah years back; she was suffering with Skin Allergy and highlevel of Itching. I had applied cups to her and she was cured alhumdolillah.Her faith on hijamah was strengthened. Later, I had applied some more pointsand just after two weeks, she informed that her hair loss problem is improved aswell.

> A patient of Age 25 was suffering witheye problem. Doctors had recommend him to make an operation for it. He got mycontact details from the internet and contacted me. We have treated him and applied fourpoints (2 on head, 2 between the shoulders). Alhumdolillah, his problem wasfixed and later after one month, he came again for his stomach and urineproblem. Just after the treatment of 4 hours he sent me a SMS:

“Assalam-o-Alikum, It is the blessing of Allah that my problem is fixed 100/100.Perfect solution in no time.”

> A patient came in our Al-HijamahCentre suffering Renal Disease (Severe Kidney pain). One of our senior staffmembers Mr. Shehzad Nazir applied four cups to him. His pain vanished on the spot, alhumdolillah.

Similarly I have hundreds of cases with me to write aboutbut I have just shared some of the experiences. It is our usual practice to recite the hadith ofHijamah for Patient to constitute his yaqeen. We also suggest for A'maal-e-Salehaat, Sadaqah and Sala’at.

- Also what would you say about using cupping as ageneral preventative therapy and how often would you recommend this (once amonth? once/twice a year?)

Hijamah (cupping) is a preventative therapy forevery disease. According to the Hadith,

Abu Hurairah (may Allah be pleased with him) reported that the Messenger (SallallaahuÁlayhi Wasallam) said, "Whoever performs cupping (hijama) onthe 17^th, 19^th or 21^stday (of theIslamic, lunar month) then it is a cure for every disease." [SaheehSunan abi Dawud (3861)].

Hijamah (cupping) getsrid of acidic toxic waste which accumulates in our bodies (blood stasis) as wegrow older. Sources of toxic waste include:

The polluted air we breathe;
Toxic chemicals found in yourfood, water, drinks, household chemicals & toiletries;
Environmental waste in yourneighborhood;
Intoxicating drinks, narcoticdrugs, junk food and smoking;
Waste products of normal bodymetabolism; Products of medicinal drugs metabolism;
Impact of trauma and accidentson our body;
Toxins from mental stress,anger, anxiety and depression;

So among the benefits of hijama are that it helps with:

Detoxification of the blood,stimulation of new blood formation;
Increased blood circulation& pain reduction;

I recommend to go through this treatmentafter 3~6 months at least.

- As a hijama therapist, how often do you get hijama doneyourself, and what for (if any specific condition) and who do you go to get itdone (since it is not an easy therapy to self-administer)?

The best days forcupping (hijama) are the 17^th, 19^th and 21^stof the Islamic, lunar month.

Anas ibn Maalik (may Allaah be pleasedwith him) reported that the Messenger (Sallallaahu Álayhi Wasallam)said, "Whoever wants to perform cupping (hijama) then lethim search for the 17^th, 19^th and 21^st…"[Saheeh Sunan ibn Maajah (3486)].

I usually apply cups in myself on any of the following days ofeach lunar month that is 17^th, 19^th and 21^st. One of my staff members Mr. Shehzad Nazir usually does this treatment for me.

- What is the overall prevalence of hijama therapy now inPakistan? Is it available in hospitals and clinics as a valid alternative /sunnah therapy?

It was new for many people in Pakistan. Butwith the passage of time, now alhumdolillah hundreds of therapists are doing thistreatment in several cities of Pakistan. Unfortunately it’s not recognized bythe ministry of health in Pakistan due to many reasons. There are many privatehospitals and clinics where therapists are doing this treatment but there is nogovt. hospital where this prophetic treatment is being practiced.

-Whereabouts is your clinic or practice located and what services do you offer?

My clinic is located in Rawalpindi nearIslamabad International Airport, Pakistan.
We also offer all kind of Hijamah apparatus like local and imported Hijamah Kits, local and imported disposable cups in all sizes areavailable. We also serve long distance hijamah training courses.

Al-Hijamah Centre,
Rawalpindi, Pakistan
info@alhijamah.com
http://www.alhijamah.com
http://forum.alhijamah.com
Cell#: +92 (0) 315 511 50 35, +92 (0) 343 500 00 55

- Isthere anything else you would like to add?

Hijamah is a sunnah treatment. One shouldtake care while practicing it.
Read this code of ethics.
http://internationalcuppingsociety.com/code-of-ethics.html

FEATURED THERAPIST:
Muhammad Ghufran

LOCATION
Rawalpindi
Pakistan

CONTACT DETAILS:
Email: info@alhijamah.com

Website: http://www.alhijamah.com
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Sunnah Days For Cupping (Hijama) Shawwal 1432 / September, 2011

2011-09-14T01:56:00.000-07:00

The following is a guest blog-post by Zahid Malik, a male cupping therapist from Manchester, England.

Did you know that The Prophet (pbuh) explained that Hijama is one of the best medicines that we have? :

"The best medicine with which you treat yourselves is Hijama", or "The best treatment you can use is ....Hijama."

(Reference: Al Bukhari, 5371)

We hope & pray that you are all in good health & in the best state of Imaan Inshallah.

If you were like most of us during this month of Ramadhan...eating samosas, pokareh & kebabs for almost every Iftar, then you can count on us that this will not do any justice for your internal bodies & organs.

The fat deposits can lead to serious health complications. A common development related to fried foods is heart disease as they can clog up the arteries & ultimately the heart organ. Ramadhan was the month of fasting & not feasting :-)

Remember HEALTH is WEALTH and HIJAMA is the fastest & most direct form of DETOX known to mankind!

The sunnah days for September are:

15th, 17th & 19th September
equivalent to:
17th, 19th & 21st Shawwal
(Thursday, Saturday & Monday)

Jazakallah khair and thank you for your continued support from all the staff @ The Therapy Clinic, Manchester, UK.

Email: thetherapyclinic@hotmail.co.uk

www.thetherapyclinic.info

Tel: 0161 432 5131

Mob: 078 786 10349

FEATURED HIJAMA THERAPIST:
Br Zahid Malik CMA
Founder & hijama practitioner of The Therapy Clinic)

PRACTICE LOCATION:
The Therapy Clinic
702 Burnage Lane, 1st Floor,
Manchester,
M19 1NA

CONTACT DETAILS:
Email: thetherapyclinic@hotmail.co.uk
Website: www.thetherapyclinic.info

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Hijama Cupping Therapy in USA Part 2

2011-09-08T17:05:00.000-07:00

The following is a follow-up article by Hijama Nation, on their earlier post of 12 May, 2011:Hijama Cupping Therapy in USA and in response to the following comment made on 21 August, 2011 that required further clarification:

Hijama Cupping Therapy in USA Part 2 - by Hijama Nation

This article is a response to the comment made on anotherarticle on www.ahealth.co.uk . The comment was made anonymously. Unfortunately, itseems that Mr/Ms Anonymous may have misunderstood our aims and objectives. So we would like to clear those up inresponse. We hope to alleviate any concerns that readers may have.

Firstly, cupping therapy is not banned in the United States.Most states allow dry and massage cupping as a modality if you are a LicensedMassage Therapist (LMT). In most States,wet cupping is allowed if you are a licensed MD, Physicians Assistant (PA) orLicensed Acupuncturist as it is minor surgery. Indeed, Bloodletting is notallowed generally-but we must remember that Hijama wet cupping is NOTbloodletting. Bloodletting is drawing blood from veins. There is a huge differencebetween scratching the superficial skin and drawing blood from veins.

Furthermore, we are not trying to “force” Hijama on the USAor Canada at all. In fact, we are trying to build a positive image of Hijamabeing a safe, effective and holistic alternative to Western medicine. The mainaim is to essentially teach our own Muslims about it first, before we can eveneducate non-Muslims about it. The tragedy is that most of our Ummah does notknow of this divine therapy and we are all too scared to practice it because weare worried about looking bad.

Hijama Nation’s core philosophy is that a Hijama Therapistshould be adequately trained and certified and does not have to be a LicensedMD. If Hijama Practitioner is a Medical Doctor, that is a plus. We hope thereare more Medical Doctors involved in this practice, but the reality is, wedon’t have enough doctors who know about Hijama or are interested in practicingHijama. The next best thing is to have trained Hijama practitioners, who canprovide this sunnah treatment to the Ummah at large.

As with everything in Islam, there must be balance andmoderation. A professional Hijama Therapist MUST have relevant training andcertification. We believe that it is imperative for all Hijama Students to havea high level of theoretical and practical training, health and safetyqualifications and sufficient knowledge of Physiology and Anatomy to practiceupon the general public. Thus, even if someone does not have a medicalbackground, they will become a certified professional in the field ofalternative therapy.

We also maintain that it is our religious right to performHijama. In the USA, we are campaigning to be exempt from medical licensure onreligious grounds. The reason is, that the Hijama practitioners with no medicallicense are producing great results without any side effects for the patient.Because of that reason we don’t feel that a Hijama practitioner has to gothrough 6-8 years of school to get license to practice. A professional HijamaTherapist MUST have sufficient training. We believe that it is important forall Hijama Practitioners to have a high level of theoretical and practicaltraining, health and safety training and sufficient knowledge of Physiology andAnatomy before they can practice upon the general public.

In fact, we are shocked at how many work undercover; thereis whole a network of Hijama practitioners. Surely, these practitioners shouldbe able to get licensed and get regulated and work officially, rather thanworking in fear and doing something illegally. Isn’t this what we want to avoid? By sitting back and doing nothing, wewill be actively encouraging people to work under the table, and risk injuringsomeone; therefore, increasing liability and chances of prohibition. Shouldn’twe be working towards getting Hijama recognized and regulated?

Even though Hijama Nation cannot practice Hijama currentlyin U.S, we can still educate people about it. Further, the Department of Healthhas been very co-operative and given us permission to teach Licensed MD’s, APRN(Advance Practitioner Nurse), PA (Physician's Assistant) and LAs (LicenseAcupuncturist). Alhumdulillah, we have already trained some medicalprofessionals in CT and NY. And we are looking forward to training more medicalprofessionals in Hijama, who can legally provide this sunnah treatment to theUmmah. To learn more about our courses; please click on the link:

http://hijamanation.com/hijama-courses/

We would like more Muslim medical professionals to comeforward and train in Hijama, that way it is not illegal and all Muslims haveaccess to it locally within the USA and Canada. It is imperative that USMuslims with Hijama knowledge and medical background are proactive andconstructive, so we can meet the need for people who want to benefit from thistreatment. We invite and welcome any support from fellow Hijama Therapists inthe USA & Canada.

There is a massive demand for Hijama among muslims andnon-muslims alike. Unfortunately, Hijama Nation cannot treat them. But at leastthey have been made aware of the fact that there is a divinely revealed therapythrough our efforts. It is becoming very popular.

We tried to answer the concerns of Br/Sis Anonymous, but ifthere are still any concerns or questions, please contact us atinfo@HijamaNation.com . Don’t forget to visit our site to get the free eBookabout the benefits of Hijama at http://HijamaTraining.com. Thank you andJazakallah Khairan.

Hijama Nation Team

info@HijamaNation.com

http://HijamaNation.com

FEATURED HIJAMA THERAPISTS:
Hijama Nation

CLINIC LOCATION:
Connecticut
USA

CONTACT DETAILS:
Email: info@HijamaNation.com
Website:www.HijamaTraining.com
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Hijama in Dubai, UAE

2011-09-06T04:31:00.000-07:00

Hijama in Dubai, UAE

The following is a guest blog-post in the form of a written interview with Hamza Ali, a male cupping therapist in Dubai, UAE.

1. Please give us a short introductionabout yourself, and in particular how you ended up being a hijama therapist?

My name is Hamza Ali and a mechanicalengineer by profession. I am based in Dubai UAE and have been working in UAEfor the past 19 years. I used to suffer from lower back pain (Muscleinflammation) from time to time. I came to know about the hijama treatment fromone of my Syrian colleagues. Then I located a hijama therapist in Abu Dhabi andgot my 1^st hijama done by him. I got relief from the pain andstopped taking pain killers. Then I learnt the hijama therapy and procedurefrom the same person.

2. What particular illnesses/ conditions(if any), do you specialize / had the most experience in?

I specialize in treating back pain, Kneepain, Gout, frozen shoulder, general health, reducing Cholesterol andHypertension.

3. And do you find that in your experience,the conditions/illnesses that you have come across respond well to cupping(hijama) therapy? And if so, what are they?

As per my experience Hijama therapy ishighly beneficial in treating pains like back pain, knee pain, gout and also inreducing Cholesterol and hypertension.

4. Do you have any interesting case-studiesthat you can briefly share with us from your hijama treatments?

The most recent case study is about abrother who was referred to me by Mr. Hassan Shami. The patient was havinginitial indications of Diabetes and above average Cholesterol. As per therequirements I did the cupping and we had used 6 cups on the back. The patientwas also given a Tibbe-Nabawi diet and herbs. The results were very encouraging.The LDL, HDL and Triglycerides have all come under healthy averages. This casestudy is available on http://www.tibbenabwi.com also (Lipids, ALT/GPT with Hijamah ).

I am myself a case study for my backpain and knee pain. Even though I had Knee surgery done a few years a ago thepain had not gone and it was increasing day by day. I could not walk properlyand was limping. Then I decided to do Hijama on my left knee. I used 4 cupsaround my knee. It is 45 days now and the knee is free of pain.

5. Also what would you say about usingcupping as a general preventative therapy and how often would you recommendthis (once a month? once/twice a year?)

In my opinion Cupping should be doneregularly once in 3-4 months for general well-being. It removes the toxic bloodfrom the body; it increases NO levels in the body which in turn increase vigorand vitality.

6. As a hijama therapist, how often do youget hijama done yourself, and what for (if any specific condition) and who doyou go to get it done (since it is not an easy therapy to self-administer)?

Iget my hijama done once every 4 months. My wife is also trained in hijama andshe does hijama for me.

7. What is the overall prevalence of hijamatherapy in your country at present?

The overall prevalence of hijama therapy isgood in UAE among local and expatriate Arabs. Very few (negligible) Indian andPakistani expatriates know of hijama therapy and its benefits as this communityforms a large component of expatriate community in UAE.

8. Is it nowavailable in hospitals and clinics as a valid alternative / sunnah therapy?

Yes, hijama has been recognized byMinistry of health UAE and is available in a few private clinics as a form oftreatment.

9. Is there anything else you would like toadd?

I would like to congratulate you forpropagating this form of treatment which was preferred by our beloved Prophet(Peace be upon him). More work is needed to bring awareness for hijama amongpeople as this is a safe, economical and strong treatment for a lot ofdiseases.

FEATURED HIJAMA THERAPIST:
Hamza Ali

LOCATION
Dubai
UAE

CONTACT DETAILS:

hamzaji@gmail.com

hamza110@hotmail.com

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Hijama in Casablanca, Morocco

2011-08-28T04:37:00.000-07:00

The following is a guest blog-post in the form of a written interview with Soukaina Jamal Eddine, a female cupping therapist in Casablaca, Morocco.

- Please give us a short introduction about yourself, and in particular how you ended up being a hijama therapist?

I want to introduce myself first, I'm Soukaina Jamal Eddine, 33 years old, therapist from Morocco.

Ever since I've never been convinced by reductionist logic of allopathic medicine use, that reduces human being to a simple mechanical machine spare parts, and not taking into account dynamic and interactive processes of life and therefore creates an artificial model of the human being, what I consider like a big loss of wisdom. This prompted me to look into the prophetic medicine, which led me to Hijama that I learned in faculty of physical therapy of Cairo University, and then I became a therapist and I practice since 5 years in Casablanca, and I want you to know that I'm a biotechnologist, but I preferred to change my profession in order to help people to prevent illness and recover their healthnaturally

- What particular illnesses/ conditions (if any), do you specialise / had the most experience in? And do you find that in your experience, the conditions/illnesses that you have come across respond well to cupping (hijama) therapy? And if so, what are they?

I practice cupping for almost all diseases, but I notice that it's very effective against migraines, depression, sinusitis, sore back, hypertension and obesity and also patients who suffered from any of these illnesses were very satisfied after the cupping and they maintain one session every three months or even five months after having had their base treatment over three months at a session or two per month.

- Do you have any interesting case-studies that you can briefly share with us from your hijama treatments?

I would mention the case of a patient who suffered from sinusitis and took corticosteroid therapy but without good results instead he came to my clinic, with blue face unable to breathe, but as soon as I did the wet-cupping on specific acupuncture points, I saw his face becoming normal color which drew a smile on his lips. He was so happy and since then he never had this problem and now he comes every 6 months to maintain his health with cupping therapy.

- Also what would you say about using cupping as a general preventative therapy and how often would you recommend this (once a month? once/twice a year?)

Cupping is an excellent way to maintain health and prevent serious illnesses like cancer, I generally recommend once every 3 months for men and once every 5 months for women to have cupping in the case of people who suffer no diseases ie as a preventative therapy, but for others (who have some condition) it depends on the individual cases.

- What is the overall prevalance of hijama therapy in your Casablance and in Morocco? Is it available in hospitals and clinics as a valid alternative / sunnah therapy?
Here in Morocco, cupping therapy is not officially recognized by the Ministry of Health as an alternative medicine, but it has the right to be practiced, since the demand is becoming stronger and people have become aware of the severity of the side effects of drugs in conventional medicine.

- Whereabouts is your clinic or practice located and what services do you offer?

I practice cupping and shiatsu therapy, nutrition pressotherapy and lymph massage

I have my clinic in Casablanca at:
4. Rue Calavon
5éme étage
Appartement Numéro 11
(Boulevard Abdelmoumen) .

Phone number: +212.664.085.830
Email adress: sjamadine@hotmail.com

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The Next Cupping Therapy Workshop for Health Professionals in London, England by The British Cupping Society

2011-08-14T12:32:00.000-07:00

A Cupping Therapy Workshop for Health Professionals - by The British Cupping Society

The following is an announcement by Hasan Abdulla of the British Cupping Society:

Following the success of our previous workshops and the 'International Roadshows' we are delighted to introduce our next workshop: 'Cupping Therapy: Al-Hejamah - An Introduction Workshop'.

Date: Saturday 24 September, 2011
Venue:
St.Georges Hospital
Medical School
University of London
5th Floor,
Hunter Wing
Physiotherapy Labs.

See link below for welcome letter, workshop details and workshop registration form.

Please return all registration forms to the address provided in the pack. Due to high demand for places, the closing date for applications is 10 September 2011. Late applications will only be considered subject to availability.

Who is the workshop designed for?

Exclusively for Health Professionals who:

* Have an interest in Alternative Medicine
* Are eager to broaden their portfolio and repertoire of skills
* Seek training and supervision by Medical experts in the field of Cupping Therapy

Workshop Documents:

Please download the documents from the following links:

- Workshop Overview, Registration Form and Welcome Letter

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FEATURED ORGANISATION:
British Cupping Society

LOCATION
81 Corbet Close,
Hackbridge,
Wallington,
Surrey,
England
SM6 7AR

CONTACT DETAILS:
Tel: +44 (0)20 8669 6639
Mobile: +44(0) 7915085353
web: www.britishcuppingsociety.org

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Hijamah for the treatment of Sciatica

2011-08-05T14:18:00.000-07:00

Hijamah for the treatment of Sciatica - by Abu Abdul Wali

This is a guest-post by Abu Abdul Wali - a male cupping therapist based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

Sciatica is a disease caused by general compression or irritation of spinal nerve roots, doctors say that the nerves are compressed (usually) when the patient lifts heavy weight, but the actual reason is the accumulation of dry & thick septic substances that compress the nerves. You may not feel it, but the septic substance is exerting a pressure on your nerves & when it remains for years, nerves are compressed daily, very slowly by 1/ 100 fraction of a millimeter & all of a sudden, lifting heavy weights or other injury results in the existence of Sciatica. Constipation is another reason for the build-up of toxins in lower back.

Ibn Al Qayyam mentioned that extracting out the septic substance requires a medicine that can bring the problem to its maturity & then expels it out through stools, & he explained that for people of Hijaaz, fat from a fat-tailed sheep is the best (laxative) medicine. Herbs from Tibb-e-Nabwi like Mugwort (Sheeh), Frankincense, Sana Makki, Habb al Rashad, Aloe Vera, Ginger, black seed, etc. all will help to cure Sciatica Insha'Allah. Hijamah + Tibb-e-Nabwi herbs can surely save a Sciatica patient from spinal surgery.

Sciatica is called Iriq-al-Nasa, wrongly pronounced as Arq-un-Nisaa in Urdu.

Sciatica patients are cupped at 10 ~ 11 points all together, covering the upper back, middle back, Lumbar section from where the Sciatic nerve comes out & at the backside of leg, and downwards where the nerve travels till the foot. Such a Hijamah brings an immediate relief, but it should be coupled with Tibb-e-Nabawi foods, herbs such as Habb-al-Rashad (Cress), massaging with infused olive oil of Qust-al-Bahri & Rashaad, & applying a Cataplasm (Zammad ~ poultice) made with ground cress seeds+Barley's Saweeq+vinegar, it is the formulation of Sahib-al-Qanoon (Ibn-e-Seena). Ground Habb al Rashad seeds (2 parts) are mixed with one part of barley's Saweeq (Sattu) & made like a bread dough in pure vinegar (you can also add some olive oil), the blessed mixture is applied as a cataplasm (poultice) wherever the patient feels pain, Ibn e Seena said that this Zamaad is best for Sciatica pains (Iriq al Nasa عرق النسا).
He wrote : ينفع من عرق النسا شربا وضمادا بالخل وسويق الشعير & similar words were repeated by Ibn Al Qayyam when he wrote about Habb al Rashad وإذا خلط بسويق الشعير والخل، وتضمد به، نفع من عرق النسا، وحلل الأورام الحارة في آخرها‏.‏ When Cress is mixed with barley Saweeq (Flour) and vinegar and used as a bandage, it helps the patients of Sciatica and decomposes hot tumors.

When your Zamaad is ready, apply it on your painful limb, put a small piece of polyethylene shopper bag over it & tie with a cloth like bandage, it should be done after Isha, as you have to keep the Zamaad for 3-4 hours, it is better to apply before sleep & open it in the morning at Fajar. Ibn e Seena also wrote that Zamaad of Qust al Bahri (with olive oil) also provides relief from Iriq al Nasa & Allah is The HEALER. It is advisable that the patient avoids exertion, especially lifting weights.

You may read further about Sciatica at the following links :

Sciatica
الثفــاء / حــــرف / CRESS / Habb Al Rashaad

FEATURED HIJAMA THERAPIST:
Abu Abdul Wali

LOCATION:
Jeddah
Saudi Arabia

CONTACT DETAILS:
Email:shami@tibbenabwi.com
Website: http://www.tibbenabwi.com

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Hijama Seminar in Mombasa, Kenya

2011-07-16T02:47:00.000-07:00

The following is an announcement from Hijama Centres UK

UK Hijama Specialist Dr Rizwhan Suleman is visiting Kenya this summer to provide a hijama awareness seminar at Mombassa’s Medical Professionals Evening.

The visit will be an attempt to help revive the Sunnah in east Africa and to enlighten a small group of health professionals on the practice.

What is hijama:

Hijama is an ancient medical treatment used and recommended by the prophet (saw). It is practiced by forming suctions on the surface of the skin over very small cuts or pin pricks allowing the removal of inflamed, harmful, toxic or stagnant blood.

What are the benefits:

The benefits of hijama have been recognised & utilised by prominent scholars & physicians throughout history. The Prophet (saw) himself used it to relieve migraine, treat hip pain & promote general health. Hijama encourages blood circulation & heightens immune function. It helps restore balance in the body allowing it to function at the optimal level. Hijama is effective in aiding the treatment of a wide number of ailments & can be used as a preventative medicine to service the body & maintain good health.

Is it Safe?

When practiced in a clean & hygienic environment under the guidance of a qualified Doctor or Health Professional, hijama is very safe & relatively risk free. A full health assessment must be carried out before having any treatment. This includes a detailed case history & physical exam. Heart rate, temperature, blood pressure & medications should always be checked. Further tests should be carried out if needed before treatment.

Why might Kenya Need Hijama?

Kenya like many African countries is a land with great natural resources and wealth, ironically however Kenya faces huge amounts of poverty and debt leaving many people unable to afford medical care. On many occasions people will avoid seeing a doctor for pains and problems due to the fear of cost implications. Long term medication and pain killers are just too expensive for most people to afford. Hijama is a cost effective and efficient solution to help people in such cases. By reviving the practice of hijama and educating people with the benefits of it people can manage many illnesses and conditions with the aid of qualified doctors and practitioners.

What is the Aim of the visit?

The aim of the visit is to help educate health professionals, doctors and eventually the general population about the huge benefits that hijama can bring to the health care system when integrated appropriately into general practice. It is designed to encourage Kenyan Medics to look at hijama in a revived and modern scientific light rather than an out dated traditional practice. The hope is to revive this sunna and allow it to be widely available in clean, safe and clinical environments, and to encourage its inclusion into the list of treatment options available to patients suffering with everyday ailments.

Hijama has taken a new turn in the west as Muslims realize that it is something that can be used alongside modern medical science and understanding as well as for religious and spiritual practice. This visit will provide an opportunity for this turn to stretch across the world to east Africa and inshallah

Hijama Centres UK:

We are a group of health professionals and experienced hijama therapists that provide hijama in an increasing number of clinics throughout the UK. We have years of experience in practicing hijama & provide care for our patients under the guidance of Dr Rizwhan Suleman (Mchiro). We are all passionate about promoting natural health through the guidance of the Quran & Sunnah. Our aim is to revive this forgotten Sunnah & make it a means of bettering the health of the Ummah.

About the Doctor:

Dr Rizwhan is a Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine giving him a particular interest in neuro musculoskeletal medicine. He studied Human Biology (BSc) at the University of Glamorgan & went on to transfer to study a Masters Degree in Chiropractic Medicine at the Welsh Institute of Chiropractic, dedicating over 6 years in the study of health & medicine. He was taught hijama by a traditional practitioner but later went on in search of better knowledge on the subject. He has completed a course in hijama at St Georges Medical University London & has practiced hijama in Saudi Arabia. He is in contact with a number of Doctors practicing hijama as well as taking insight from traditional practitioners. He is a member of the International Cupping Society & has over 5 years of clinical experience practicing hijama.

Where is this seminar:

Memon Medical Centre
Memon Villa
Mombassa
Coast
Kenya

How Do I find Out more:

For More information you can contact Dr Gulam Bachani of the Memon Medical Centre on drgbachani@gmail.com or Dr Rizwhan directly on Dr.rizwhan@gmail.com

FEATURED HIJAMA THERAPISTS:
Hijama Centres UK

DATES:
Monday 18th July 2011

CONTACT DETAILS:
Mobile: +254 721400883 (in Kenya)
Email: Dr.rizwhan@gmail.com
Website: www.hijamacentres.co.uk

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Our thanks to Hijama Centres UK, from UK for sharing the above post. If you have any questions or want to leave some feedback for them, then please do so via a comment* below.

If you are a hijama therapist or patient and are happy to share your knowledge or experience via a guest blog-post like the one above, please send me an email to: hijama.mail@gmail.com.

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Major update to the Hijama Directory

2011-07-07T14:14:00.000-07:00

Major update to the Hijama Directory

Since the last post back in November, 2009, when we started compiling a hijama directory (see Are you a hijama (cupping) therapist?), after some technical problems, we have now got a Hijama Directory at www.hijamadirectory.info of all the therapists that have registered via this blog

So if you are looking for a hijama therapist near you, please check the directory which will hopefully be regularly updated from now on: www.hijamadirectory.info

And if you are a therapist, and haven't yet registered for the directory, then you can do do below:

And finally, if you are a hijama patient treated by your local therapist who you would like to recommend to others in your part of the world, please feel free to leave a testimonial via a comment* below.

Thanks

Shuaib Suria

FEATURED WEBSITE:
www.hijamadirectory.info

CONTACT DETAILS:
shuaib@hijamadirectory.info

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Our thanks to all the therapists that have registered so far with us to make this directory possible. If you have any questions or want to leave some feedback on any of the listed therapists, then please do so via a comment* below.

If you are a hijama therapist or patient and are happy to share your knowledge or experience via a guest blog-post, please send me an email to: hijama.mail@gmail.com.

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Sunnah Days For Cupping (Hijama) Shaban 1432 / July 2011

2011-07-07T14:00:00.000-07:00

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The Sunnah days for wet cupping (hijama) in this month of Shaban are as follows:

Tuesday 17th Shaban 1432 - 19th July 2011

Thursday 19th Shaban 1432 - 21st July 2011

Please kindly note that these dates are based on the new, lunar month according to the sighting of the new moon by the naked eye, as cupping (hijama) is a form of worship. These dates may sometimes vary from the calculated, lunar dates.

AlhamdIlah the Sunnah Days are also posted on our website every month:

http://www.healthmeanswealth.co.uk/index.php?pr=Sunnah_Days

Cupping (Hijama) In Its Time Is A Cure For Every Disease

Abu Hurairah (may Allaah be pleased with him) reported that the Messenger (Sallallaahu Álayhi Wasallam) said, "Whoever performs cupping (hijama) on the 17th, 19th or 21st day (of the Islamic, lunar month) then it is a cure for every disease." [Saheeh Sunan abi Dawud (3861)].

The Best Days For Cupping (Hijama)

Ibn Umar (may Allaah be pleased with him) reported that the Messenger (Sallallaahu Álayhi Wasallam) said, "Cupping (hijama) on an empty stomach* is best. It increases the intellect and improves the memory. It improves the memory of the one memorising. So whoever is going to be cupped then on a Thursday in the name of Allaah. Keep away from being cupped on a Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Be cupped on a Monday or Tuesday. Do not be cupped on a Wednesday because it is the day that Ayoub was befallen with the trial. You will not find leprosy except (by being cupped) on Wednesday or Wednesday night." [Saheeh Sunan ibn Maajah (3488)].

* 'alaa ar-reeq in arabic means to fast until after being treated with cupping. Once the treatment of cupping has been completed, one may eat and drink.

As for the Islamic day and night, the night enters before the day. So at sunset on Tuesday, Wednesday night comes in. Cupping (hijama) is best performed during the daytime between the athaan of fajr and the athaan of maghrib because yawm in arabic means daytime.

The Sunnah days for cupping (hijama) every month are when the 17th or 19th or 21st of the lunar month coincide with a Monday, Tuesday or Thursday. These are the best and most beneficial days for cupping (hijama). If one is not able to be cupped on 17th, 19th or 21st (coinciding with Monday, Tuesday or Thursday) then any Monday, Tuesday or Thursday of the month.

Cupping (Hijama) For Women

Jaabir ibn Abdullah y reported Umm Salama (may Allah be pleased with her) asked permission from the Messenger r to be treated with cupping (hijama). So the Messenger r ordered Abu Teeba t to cup her. Jaabir ibn Abdullah y said, " I think he r said that Abu Teeba t is her brother through breastfeeding or a young boy who didn't reach puberty". [Saheeh Muslim (5708), abu Dawud (4102), Saheeh ibn Maajah (3480)].

Dry and massage cupping may be performed at any time.

We pray you find this information helpful. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any queries, comments or feedback.
JazakAllah khair for your support.

The Messenger (Sallallaahu Álayhi Wasallam) said, "Whoever revives a Sunnah from my Sunnah and the people practise it, will have the same reward of those who practise it without their reward diminishing…"
[Sunan ibn Maajah (209)].

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"Hijama & Aromatherapy" Course & Workshop in Leicester in September, 2011

2011-06-30T00:00:00.000-07:00

The following is a an announcement by Dr Amal from The Optimum Cure in Leicester, about their forthcoming Hijama & Aromatherapy course.

Hijama Course Starting Soon in Leicester, England

What is hijama?

• Hijama (حجامة‎ ) comes from the root al-hajm, which means “sucking”. Alhijama is the name in Arab traditional medicine for wet cupping. It is a form of medical treatment that has been recommended by shariah. Hijama therapy (cupping) is an ancient therapeutic process and well-known method of treatment, which has been practised by the Arab and Chinese for thousands of years. Hijama is now a well established health profession. It is a holistic approach that has received wide recognition throughout the world.

Details of the course:
• The course is designed for mature persons with an explicit interest in studying alhijama therapy that they can use in helping others within the community, to follow and are interested in spreading out the Sunna
• The new and unique trend in this course is a quick reference to how to use the aromatherapy and essential oils in conjunction with Hijama to treat some conditions.

Aim of the course:
• The aim of the course is to diagnose and treat a wide variety of health conditions according to the practical and theoretical principals of hijama.

Course Duration:
• Three months.

Course fee:
• £400

Course delivery:

To cater for all preferences; the course is going to be delivered as
• A distance learning online course as well as
• In the form of hijama classes lectures at the Optimum Cure Centre in Leicester

Course syllabus:

You will gain a thorough knowledge in Hijama, covering the following topics;
• Definition and aim of the Hijama (cupping) therapy.
• Remedies from the Sunnah, Hijama in Islam.
• Hijama (cupping) in modern times.
• Benefit of (Hijama) cupping therapy.
• Skin
• Blood
• Effect of Hijama (cupping)
• Physiological basis of Hijama (cupping)
• Hijama (cupping) instruments and tools.
• Preparing for Hijama (cupping).
• Methods of Hijama (cupping)
• Dry Hijama (Cupping)
• Massage Hijama (Cupping)
• Wet Cupping Hijama (cupping) procedures.
• How To Make Incisions
• Important Cupping Points
• Areas of Hijama (Cupping)
• Hijama (cupping) therapy in the treatment of common disorders.
• Notes on miscellaneous disorders.
• Precautions and contraindications
• Health And Hygiene
• First Aid
• Consent and medical Form

Exams, assignments and other forms of assessment:
Assessment
• Throughout the course the candidate is going to be assessed through some simple questions to test his/her knowledge
• At the end of the course the candidate will be asked to provide 1200 word essay (with a range of 200 words) about the most recent researches in hijama.

Workshop:
• There is 1-3 days workshop to attend as part of the course.
• The workshop is the opportunity to practice hijama under supervision; you can take it immediately after having finished the course or at a later date according to your convenience.

Workshop fee:
• The 1-3 days work shop fee is £75 (include the hijama (cupping) set and all other materials.

Registration:
• To book send an email to: hijama@theoptimumcure.com
• To download the course application form please visit www.theoptimumcure.com or click here.

More information:
If you have any enquiries, send an email to: hijama@theoptimumcure.com
Dr Amal (0044) 07880741045, (0044) 01162107387

FEATURED ORGANISATION:
The Optimum Cure

LOCATION
Leicester
England

CONTACT DETAILS:
Tel: (0044) 07880741045, (0044) 01162107387
Email: info@theoptimumcure.com or hijama@theoptimumcure.com
Website: www.theoptimumcure.com

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Our thanks to Dr Amal from The Optimum Cure from, Leicester England for sharing the above post. If you have any questions or want to leave some feedback on their course, then please do so via a comment* below.

If you are a hijama therapist or patient and are happy to share your knowledge or experience via a guest blog-post like the one above, please send me an email to: hijama.mail@gmail.com.

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Summer 2011 cupping (hijama) training workshops for women in UK

2011-06-29T05:30:00.000-07:00

Summer 2011 cupping (hijama) training workshops for women - Information provided by Health Means Wealth
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Cupping (Hijama) Courses

We are currently taking bookings for

Summer 2011 cupping (hijama) training workshops for sisters only

If you have a public venue, Islamic centre, school, college etc and would like us to run a workshop for sisters only, by a female, certified cupping therapist, please kindly contact us on 0789 77 99 691:

Please kindly let us know the name and full address of the venue.

We require a minimum of 10 sisters to purchase the materials and participate in the practical to run the workshops in London and the surrounding area. We require a minimum of 15 sisters to purchase the materials and participate in the practical to run the workshops outside of the London area.

The workshops will run in July/August 2011 in the UK inshAllah.

The one-day workshops are about 7 hours long. The workshops will run on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays inshAllah.

AlhamdiLah all our cupping workshops are FREE to attend. There is a charge for the materials required if you wish to participate in the practical. However, this is optional and everyone is welcome to attend. We will also be offering other remedies from the Sunnah inshAllah.

Please join our FREE newsletter and we will keep you updated inshAllah with our cupping workshops. Alternatively, please continue to check this page for more UK venues and full course details:

http://www.healthmeanswealth.co.uk/Cupping_Courses.php

JazakAllah khair.

Confirmed Venues:

VENUE: Dada Hall Community Centre
20 Brideoak Street
Cheetham Hill
Manchester
M8 OPN

DATE: Monday 25th July 2011

TIME: 11am to 6pm

sisters only
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VENUE: The New Al Baseerah Centre
next to Salafi Bookstore
147 Lumb Lane
Bradford
BD8 7SP

DATE: Tuesday 26th July 2011

TIME: 11am to 6pm

sisters only
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VENUE: The Lounge
Highfields Community Centre
96 Melbourne Road
Leicester
LE2 ODS

DATE: Thursday 28th July 2011

TIME: 11am to 6pm

sisters only
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VENUE: Room N4
Cranford Community College
High Street
Cranford
Hounslow
TW5 9PD

DATE: Tuesday 9th August 2011

TIME: 12pm to 7pm

sisters only
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VENUE: Eton Road Community Centre
Eton Road
Ilford
Essex
IG1 2UE

DATE: Thursday 11th August 2011

TIME: 12pm to 7pm

sisters only
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Venues to be confirmed inshAllah: Rochdale, Nelson, Birmingham, Croydon

IMPORTANT: If you wish to be cupped during the practical in the workshops during Ramadan, you must have been cupped previously as there is a small risk of passing out (less than 1%) when being cupped for the first time in the workshops. You can still participate in the practical and not be cupped. If you wish to be cupped before the workshops please kindly contact us for your nearest cupping therapist.

Bookings: to book a place for our cupping (hijama) workshop, please kindly text us 0789 77 99 691 with the following information:
your full name
the venue where you wish to attend the workshop
the pack size for the material you wish to purchase and use

you will receive a text message from us;
'confirmed'

to confirm your place once we receive your text inshAllah.

Cost: AlhamdiLah all our cupping workshops are FREE to attend. There is a charge for the materials required if you wish to participate in the practical. Sisters are required to purchase the packs for the practical (if they wish to participate) even if they have previously participated in the practical, have purchased some of the materials from us or already have some of the materials. Each sister who participates in the practical will require her own pack. The pack is for one person for the practical and cannot be shared. Each sister who participates in the practical will practise dry, massage and wet cupping and will also have dry, massage and wet cupping perfomed on her. If a sister only wants to practise cupping (without it being performed on her) or only wants to have it performed on her (without practising it) will still require her own pack for the practical. This will enable us to be able to cover our overheads and continue to offer the workshops inshAllah.

pack 1 (for one person for the practical):
for materials (with 6 cup cupping set) £60

pack 2 (for one person for the practical):
for materials (with 12 cup cupping set) £65 (OUT OF STOCK)

pack 3 (for one person for the practical):
for materials (with 18 cup cupping set) £70

pack 4 (for one person for the practical):
for materials (with 24 cup cupping set) £75 (OUT OF STOCK)

Materials include:

cupping therapy box set with chrome coated suction pump for dry and massage cupping
cupping therapy plastic cup for wet cupping
cupping therapy plastic suction pump for wet cupping
Cupping (Hijama) Information Pack
'Cupping - The Great Missing Therapy' by Dr. Sahbaa M.Bondok
'Cupping - A Practice Of The Prophet r and A Miraculous Way Of Treatment' by Shihab Al-Badry Yasin
'Al-Hijama 'Alaaj Nabawee' by Mustafa Mohammed Imam
organic black seed oil
organic olive oil
all disposable materials required for wet cupping
bottled water and honey
berny dates

Sisters will keep and take home all the above materials except for the plastic cup for

wet cupping and all disposable materials required for wet cupping as these will become contaminated with blood and therefore must be safely disposed of at the end of the session inshAllah.

Course Programme

part 1 introduction to dry, massage and wet cupping

part 2 theory

part 3 questions and answers

part 4 remedies from the Sunnah

part 5 demonstration of dry, massage and wet cupping

part 6 practical (sisters participating in the practical will get into partners and practise dry and massage cupping on each other, the instructor will perform wet cupping on each sister participating in the practical, then if both partners are happy the instructor will supervise each sister practise wet cupping on her partner inshAllah) t

If you wish to participate in the practical, please kindly text us on 0789 77 99 691 so we may ensure we have sufficient supplies for everyone inshAllah.

Certificates: Health Means Wealth Certificates of Participation (completion) will only be available to sisters who attend and participate in the practical. Please kindly note these certificates are not a qualification nor certificates of competence. Rather, they are proof that the sister has attended the workshop and participated in the practical. Certificates are £30.

Please kindly note that although our workshops are thorough and sisters will be able to practise cupping (hijama) on family and friends inshAllah, by participating in the workshop, it does not necessarily allow sisters to offer cupping (hijama) on a professional, qualified level. We recommend sisters to take further professional training if they wish to offer cupping (hijama) as a qualified therapist.

First International Cupping Therapy Conference on 22 - 24 July, 2011

2011-06-16T04:00:00.000-07:00

The following is an announcement by Kaleem Ullah of the British Cupping Society:

First International Cupping Therapy Conference

Date: 22nd – 24th July

Venue: Istanbul, Turkey

Overview:

It is our great pleasure and honour to announce the 1st International Conference to be held on the 22nd to 24th of July 2011, in Istanbul, Turkey. The conference has been arranged by the British Cupping Society (BCS) and the Turkish Natural Health Institute (NHI).

The theme of the conference is “Evidence Based Traditional Medicine”. It will provide a platform for our participants to interact and share their clinical and research experiences on strategies related to Cupping Therapy with particular focus on wet cupping therapy.

The three-day conference will be made up of by a variety of sessions, including plenary sessions, concurrent sessions, oral/poster presentations, and an exhibition. Through this event, we hope to provide unique opportunities to international academic scientists, industry researchers and students to exchange and share their experiences and research in Cupping Therapy, specifically designed to:

- SHOWCASE RESEARCH AND BEST PRACTICE
- STIMULATE INNOVATION
- PROVIDE A FORUM FOR DEBATE AND NETWORKING
- THE DEVELOPMENT OF INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS
- AID FUNDING FOR RESEARCH
- ON CLINICAL SKILLS

International Conference Welcome and Overview

Conference Registration Form

British Cupping Society:
W: www.britishcuppingsociety.org
E: info@britishcuppingsociety.org
T: +44(0)7917161642

Turkish Natural Health Institute:
W: www.sadehayat.org
E: farukgunindi@gmail.com
T: +905052920279

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FEATURED ORGANISATION:
British Cupping Society

CONTACT DETAILS:
81 Corbet Close,
Hackbridge,
Wallington,
Surrey,
England
SM6 7AR

Tel: +44 (0)20 8669 6639
web: www.britishcuppingsociety.org

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Our thanks to British Cupping Society from England for sharing the above post. If you have any questions or want to leave some feedback on their workshops, then please do so via a comment* below.

If you are a hijama therapist or patient and are happy to share your knowledge or experience via a guest blog-post like the one above, please send me an email to: hijama.mail@gmail.com.

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Sunnah Days For Cupping (Hijama) Rajab 1432 / June 2011

2011-06-15T03:47:00.000-07:00

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The Sunnah days for wet cupping (hijama) in this month of Rajab are as follows:

Tuesday 19th Rajab 1432 - 21st June 2011

Thursday 21st Rajab 1432 - 23rd June 2011

Please kindly note that these dates are based on the new, lunar month according to the sighting of the new moon by the naked eye, as cupping (hijama) is a form of worship. These dates may sometimes vary from the calculated, lunar dates.

AlhamdIlah the Sunnah Days are also posted on our website every month:

http://www.healthmeanswealth.co.uk/index.php?pr=Sunnah_Days

Cupping (Hijama) In Its Time Is A Cure For Every Disease

Abu Hurairah (may Allaah be pleased with him) reported that the Messenger (Sallallaahu Álayhi Wasallam) said, "Whoever performs cupping (hijama) on the 17th, 19th or 21st day (of the Islamic, lunar month) then it is a cure for every disease." [Saheeh Sunan abi Dawud (3861)].

The Best Days For Cupping (Hijama)

Ibn Umar (may Allaah be pleased with him) reported that the Messenger (Sallallaahu Álayhi Wasallam) said, "Cupping (hijama) on an empty stomach* is best. It increases the intellect and improves the memory. It improves the memory of the one memorising. So whoever is going to be cupped then on a Thursday in the name of Allaah. Keep away from being cupped on a Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Be cupped on a Monday or Tuesday. Do not be cupped on a Wednesday because it is the day that Ayoub was befallen with the trial. You will not find leprosy except (by being cupped) on Wednesday or Wednesday night." [Saheeh Sunan ibn Maajah (3488)].

* 'alaa ar-reeq in arabic means to fast until after being treated with cupping. Once the treatment of cupping has been completed, one may eat and drink.

As for the Islamic day and night, the night enters before the day. So at sunset on Tuesday, Wednesday night comes in. Cupping (hijama) is best performed during the daytime between the athaan of fajr and the athaan of maghrib because yawm in arabic means daytime.

The Sunnah days for cupping (hijama) every month are when the 17th or 19th or 21st of the lunar month coincide with a Monday, Tuesday or Thursday. These are the best and most beneficial days for cupping (hijama). If one is not able to be cupped on 17th, 19th or 21st (coinciding with Monday, Tuesday or Thursday) then any Monday, Tuesday or Thursday of the month.

Cupping (Hijama) For Women

Jaabir ibn Abdullah y reported Umm Salama (may Allah be pleased with her) asked permission from the Messenger r to be treated with cupping (hijama). So the Messenger r ordered Abu Teeba t to cup her. Jaabir ibn Abdullah y said, " I think he r said that Abu Teeba t is her brother through breastfeeding or a young boy who didn't reach puberty". [Saheeh Muslim (5708), abu Dawud (4102), Saheeh ibn Maajah (3480)].

Dry and massage cupping may be performed at any time.

We pray you find this information helpful. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any queries, comments or feedback.
JazakAllah khair for your support.

The Messenger (Sallallaahu Álayhi Wasallam) said, "Whoever revives a Sunnah from my Sunnah and the people practise it, will have the same reward of those who practise it without their reward diminishing…"
[Sunan ibn Maajah (209)].

Please add us to your 'contacts' so that our newsletters are not received as spam.

JazakAllah khair.

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Remedies From The Sunnah

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www.healthmeanswealth.co.uk

"Cupping: Mind, body and soul"

2011-06-01T03:04:00.000-07:00

"Cupping: Mind, body and soul" an article from the Express Tribune of Pakistan.

The following article is reproduced from http://tribune.com.pk/story/149447/cupping-mind-body-and-soul with the kind permission of the author.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and / or featured therapist and do not necessarily entirely reflect the position of the publishers of this blog.

Cupping therapy. Ever heard of it? I hadn’t and so I was looking forward to attending a talk on this age-old alternative healing practice. The talk was held in the basement of N’ecos (which has the most amazing French toast by the way). The venue made perfect sense because its basement serves as a ‘natural store’ of sorts, dealing in all kinds of chemical-free organic remedies.

“We support all things natural, and since cupping serves as a divergence from the usual artificially created medicines, we thought why not have the talk here?,” Nilofer Saeed, owner of N’ecos told me. While the owner pointed out that she herself wasn’t sure if she believed in the healing powers of cupping, she thought N’ecos would serve as a good platform for open discussion and raising awareness.

A comfortable group of 10 to 15 men and women of different ages huddled together to listen to what cupping therapist, Mr. Usman Baluch had to say. We were told that cupping, or Al-Hijamah, is an ancient Arab tradition, which was used and promoted by the Holy Prophet (pbuh). It consists of the “application of cups to various points of the body by removing the air inside to form a vacuum,” basically a kind of suction.

The therapy is said to get rid of acidic toxic waste, which tends to accumulate in the human body overtime. In addition to this, Baluch claimed that cupping not only provides stress and headache relief, but that it also cures blood pressure problems, athletic injuries, kidney failure and even Parkinson’s disease. Extolling the virtues of this technique, Baluch claims he has successfully managed to reduce a patients’ blood pressure by the use of cupping in the short span on 15 minutes. And in the case of Judy, a Parkinson’s patient living in Australia. “She was unable to walk,” he told us, and “in 15 days she was 70 percent cured”.

So are any of Pakistan’s glitterati cupping disciples? Baluch mentions designer Maheen Khan and actress Zeba Bakhtiar as numbering among his clients. That’s when Nilofar chipped in to say that Zeba looked “fabulous” the last time they met and gave the credit to her cupping sessions. “That’s when I realized that cupping is all the rage,” said Nilofar. “I’m not sure I’d go for it but Zeba looked terrific and I wanted to make people aware of this alternative healing method.”

Another fairly young girl told me that she and her mother had both gotten cupping done, and that it had given her a lot of “positive energy and mental rejuvenation.”

Mr Altaf Ahmad Paracha, also had a story to tell: he had tripped while performing ablutions and had badly injured his foot, which not only caused him severe pain but also took away his ability to walk. He spent 45 days going to doctors across the city but nothing helped. He then decided to try cupping and went to his local mosque where they performed the practice free of charge. He told me that three incisions were made on his foot, a process called wet cupping. I asked him if the idea of someone cutting up his foot outside of a hospital setting scared him, but he laughed and said “it was sunnah, a practice endorsed by the Prophet. There was no reason to be scared”. In ten minutes he was completely healed and managed to walk back to his car.

The small audience actively participated in the question and answer session that followed Baluch’s informative presentation.

Can it cure cancer?” someone asked.

It’s all about the mindset. You have to have faith”, Baluch replied.

“Can it get rid of stress?” a lady asked.

“That’s something very mamuli (Urdu for: "minor"),” he replied, laughing.

“What about obesity?” another girl asked. Baluch replied saying that he had helped a man reduce two belt sizes in a span of just one week.

“Of course he was given a diet plan in addition to a cupping session,” Baluch told us, after seeing our shocked expressions.

Interestingly enough, cupping isn’t just a practice that is endorsed in this part of the world — Western celebrities including Gwyneth Paltrow, Victoria Beckham and Jessica Simpson have all tried it.

Published in The Express Tribune, April 15th, 2011.

FEATURED HIJAMA THERAPIST:
Usman Baloch

LOCATION:
Opposite Shahnai Marriage Hall,
Main Road Gulshan-e-Ravi
Lahore
Pakistan

CONTACT DETAILS:
Email: musenett@gmail.com / info@cupping.ws
Website: www.cupping.ws

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Our thanks to Br Usman Baloch from Lahore, Pakistan for sharing the above post. If you have any questions for Br Usman or indeed have been treated by him and want to leave him a testimonial, then please do so via a comment* below.

If you are a hijama therapist or patient and are happy to share your knowledge or experience via a guest blog-post like the one above, please send me an email to: hijama.mail@gmail.com.

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The Next Cupping Therapy Workshop for Health Professionals in London, England by The British Cupping Society

2011-05-25T02:15:00.000-07:00

A Cupping Therapy Workshop for Health Professionals - by The British Cupping Society

The following is an announcement by Kaleem Ullah of the British Cupping Society:

Following the success of our previous workshops and the 'International Roadshows' we are delighted to introduce our next workshop: 'Cupping Therapy: Al-Hejamah - An Introduction Workshop'.

Date: Saturday 11 June, 2011
Venue:
St.Georges Hospital
Medical School
University of London
5th Floor,
Hunter Wing
Physiotherapy Labs.

See link below for welcome letter, workshop details and workshop registration form.

Please return all registration forms to the address provided in the pack. Due to high demand for places, the closing date for applications is 1 June 2011. Late applications will only be considered subject to availability.

Who is the workshop designed for?

Exclusively for Health Professionals who:

* Have an interest in Alternative Medicine
* Are eager to broaden their portfolio and repertoire of skills
* Seek training and supervision by Medical experts in the field of Cupping Therapy

Workshop Documents:

Please download from this link (BCS Workshop 11 June, 2011) for the following documents:

- Overview of Workshop

- Workshop June 2011 Welcome Letter

- Workshop Registration Form

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FEATURED ORGANISATION:
British Cupping Society

LOCATION
81 Corbet Close,
Hackbridge,
Wallington,
Surrey,
England
SM6 7AR

CONTACT DETAILS:
Tel: +44 (0)20 8669 6639
web: www.britishcuppingsociety.org

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Our thanks to British Cupping Society from England for sharing the above post. If you have any questions or want to leave some feedback on their workshops, then please do so via a comment* below.

If you are a hijama therapist or patient and are happy to share your knowledge or experience via a guest blog-post like the one above, please send me an email to: hijama.mail@gmail.com.

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Sunnah Days For Cupping (Hijama) Jumada Ath-Thaanee 1432 / May 2011

2011-05-18T16:57:00.001-07:00

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The Sunnah days for wet cupping (hijama) in this month of Jumada Al-Awwal are as follows:

Monday 19th Jumada Ath-Thaanee 1432 - 23rd May 2011

Please kindly note that these dates are based on the new, lunar month according to the sighting of the new moon by the naked eye, as cupping (hijama) is a form of worship. These dates may sometimes vary from the calculated, lunar dates.

AlhamdIlah the Sunnah Days are also posted on our website every month:

http://www.healthmeanswealth.co.uk/index.php?pr=Sunnah_Days

Cupping (Hijama) In Its Time Is A Cure For Every Disease

Abu Hurairah (may Allaah be pleased with him) reported that the Messenger (Sallallaahu Álayhi Wasallam) said, "Whoever performs cupping (hijama) on the 17th, 19th or 21st day (of the Islamic, lunar month) then it is a cure for every disease." [Saheeh Sunan abi Dawud (3861)].

The Best Days For Cupping (Hijama)

Ibn Umar (may Allaah be pleased with him) reported that the Messenger (Sallallaahu Álayhi Wasallam) said, "Cupping (hijama) on an empty stomach* is best. It increases the intellect and improves the memory. It improves the memory of the one memorising. So whoever is going to be cupped then on a Thursday in the name of Allaah. Keep away from being cupped on a Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Be cupped on a Monday or Tuesday. Do not be cupped on a Wednesday because it is the day that Ayoub was befallen with the trial. You will not find leprosy except (by being cupped) on Wednesday or Wednesday night." [Saheeh Sunan ibn Maajah (3488)].

* 'alaa ar-reeq in arabic means to fast until after being treated with cupping. Once the treatment of cupping has been completed, one may eat and drink.

As for the Islamic day and night, the night enters before the day. So at sunset on Tuesday, Wednesday night comes in. Cupping (hijama) is best performed during the daytime between the athaan of fajr and the athaan of maghrib because yawm in arabic means daytime.

The Sunnah days for cupping (hijama) every month are when the 17th or 19th or 21st of the lunar month coincide with a Monday, Tuesday or Thursday. These are the best and most beneficial days for cupping (hijama). If one is not able to be cupped on 17th, 19th or 21st (coinciding with Monday, Tuesday or Thursday) then any Monday, Tuesday or Thursday of the month.

Cupping (Hijama) For Women

Jaabir ibn Abdullah y reported Umm Salama (may Allah be pleased with her) asked permission from the Messenger r to be treated with cupping (hijama). So the Messenger r ordered Abu Teeba t to cup her. Jaabir ibn Abdullah y said, " I think he r said that Abu Teeba t is her brother through breastfeeding or a young boy who didn't reach puberty". [Saheeh Muslim (5708), abu Dawud (4102), Saheeh ibn Maajah (3480)].

Dry and massage cupping may be performed at any time.

We pray you find this information helpful. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any queries, comments or feedback.
JazakAllah khair for your support.

The Messenger (Sallallaahu Álayhi Wasallam) said, "Whoever revives a Sunnah from my Sunnah and the people practise it, will have the same reward of those who practise it without their reward diminishing…"
[Sunan ibn Maajah (209)].

Please add us to your 'contacts' so that our newsletters are not received as spam.

JazakAllah khair.

Health Means Wealth
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enquiries@healthmeanswealth.co.uk

www.healthmeanswealth.co.uk

Hijama Cupping Therapy in USA

2011-05-12T09:56:00.000-07:00

“Hijama Cupping Therapy in USA” by Hijama Nation.

The following is a guest blog-post in the form of a written interview with Hijama Nation, a male/female cupping therapy team in Connecticut, USA.

Please give us a short introduction about yourself, and in particular how you ended up being hijama therapists?

“Hijama Nation” is a husband & wife team of Hijama Practitioners, based in Connecticut (CT), USA. We discovered and trained in Hijama in 2010 (NHNF UK), in a quest to find natural healing methods to deal with many personal illnesses. We found that it was a miraculous treatment and saw excellent results ourselves. So we decided to spread the word and educate Muslims about the Sunnah. We started doing the workshops and generated a lot interest of people who wanted to become Hijama practitioners. So we decided to work on the Hijama Training course. Our training course is ready to launch. We will start accepting applications starting May 21st, 2011 to enroll the most qualified people internationally.

- What particular illnesses/ conditions (if any), do you specialise / had the most experience in?

The most common ailments our patients have been treated for are; back ache, joint problems, heart conditions, arthritis, headaches, migraines, skin conditions, diabetes and constipation amongst others. Many of these patients become regulars. But there have been many ‘one off’ patients who came for Hijama and then did not need to book an appointment again, as their therapy session was so successful. Many people literally feel like new after the Hijama therapy and recover from sicknesses very quickly.

- And do you find that in your experience, the conditions/illnesses that you have come across respond well to cupping (hijama) therapy? And if so, what are they?

• Most notably-the effects of Hijama are immediate. Anyone who comes in with any kind of pain, leaves feeling relaxed and comfortable. Virtually EVERY single person described these reactions after a hijama session; they felt “lighter” and experienced “mental clarity”, relaxation and a happier mood.
• Many arthiritic patients have virtually run out of the room after the hijama therapy, as they felt so revitalized! Originally, they were unable to pray whilst standing and could not climb stairs. However, after Hijama, they were very mobile and flexible and felt rejuvenated.
• Patients with heart problems have given reports of feeling healthier and more active. Their blood pressures and cholesterols reduced. The condition of their blood also improved.
• Diabetics have said that their blood sugar levels reduced, and their eyesight improved.

- Do you have any interesting case-studies that you can briefly share with us from your hijama treatments?

A patient from the UK had suffered from a brain hemorrhage, stroke and paralysis of the left side of his body about 25 years ago. He is barely mobile now, has diabetes, bad circulation, poor sight and has digestive problems. He tried western medicines for many years but these did not help. Then he tried Unani and Chinese medicines. These worked but did not really help him much with mobility, muscle tone and strength. Then he tried Hijama several times over a period of a few months, and his health improved dramatically. He had originally been very nervous and frightened of hijama. But after he tried it, he became mobile, very active and his diabetes reduced. He was surprised by the speedy results. His blood was initially very thick, stagnant and clotted; particularly from his head. After a few sessions, his circulation and muscle tone improved rapidly. His blood stasis reduced and his digestion and eyesight got better. Most importantly, he felt very happy, optimistic and positive. He had been very depressed and despondent before. But after having hijama, he felt like he had finally found something to help him and he had hope. He now believes that he will have a better quality of life and health, so he can enjoy himself, alhumdulillah.

- Also what would you say about using cupping as a general preventative therapy and how often would you recommend this (once a month? once/twice a year?)

Hijama is definitely a preventative therapy. We know this through personal experience as well as results from our patients. However, each human being is different, has varying illnesses and pain thresholds. So it is not possible to quantify the number of sessions that a person should have. This should be decided by the Therapist, depending upon the type and severity of illnesses, recovery rate, patient’s age, diet and lifestyle. A personal treatment plan needs to be created after careful evaluation of the patient’s condition. Generally, a healthy person can have hijama about 2-4 times a year. But a very sick person can have it weekly or monthly. Each case if different and the patient must to be careful, so they don’t over exert themselves. Also, according to Hijamaology, the best time to have it is in the 3rd week of the month, when the moon is waning. This is so the fluids in our bodies are more balanced. So Therapist must be extra conscious of the significance of the dates specified in hadiths; 17th, 19th & 21st of the Lunar month.

- As a hijama therapist, how often do you get hijama done yourself, and what for (if any specific condition) and who do you go to get it done (since it is not an easy therapy to self-administer)?

Unfortunately, there are not many Hijama Therapists in the USA at all. The ones that are here, usually practice “under the radar” as regulations do not allow wet cupping for people who are not Medical doctors or acupuncturists. So we just administer Hijama ourselves to our family on a monthly/bi-monthly basis or when it is needed.

- What is the overall prevalence of hijama therapy in USA at present?

According to the Connecticut State Department of Health, these are the current regulations regarding Hijama Wet Cupping Therapy (as of 2011). Only the following licensed professionals are allowed to practice;

• Physicians
• Physicians Assistants (PA)
• Advanced Practitioner Registered Nurse (APRN)
• Licensed Acupincturist (LAc )
• Phlebotomists-Only allowed to draw blood in lab setting. But they do not need license. Phlebotomy is unregulates in CT at present.
• Paramedics-Only allowed to draw blood or do incisions in emergency situations only.
• Licensed Massage Therapists (LMT)-are only allowed to practice Dry and Massage cupping.

Some States do not allow wet cupping at all. Some even allow Dentists and Chiropracters to practice Acupuncture and Cupping Therapy. Hijama Nation is in talks with the departments of Health of ALL USA states to get it legalized on religious grounds. (Like Jewish Mohels being exempt from obtaining medical licensure for ritual male circumcisions).

Hijama Nation is launching a Hijama Practitioner Certification course for the abovementioned Professionals, so they can practice Hijama legally in U.S.

Is it now available in hospitals and clinics as a valid alternative / sunnah therapy?

No, it is not accepted or recognized anywhere as a modality in its own right. It is practiced by a few Acupuncturists in various states, but very rarely. Dry and massage cupping therapy is a bit more popular. But it is still not very common. Therefore, we have embarked upon a campaign to promote Hijama. Inshallah, we hope to achieve the following;

HIJAMA NATION
AIMS & OBJECTIVES

* To have Hijama Cupping Therapy recognized and accepted in its own right. It does not fall under the category of straight Massage or Acupuncture/Cupping Therapy. It is an effective, healing and powerful complementary therapy exclusively practiced by Muslims (following the religion of Islam) globally. It is legal in UK, much of Europe, Africa, Asia, Middle East, South Asia and Far East.

* We would like the State Department of Health (DPH)/Medical/Acupuncture Boards to accept and approve of this treatment and legally allow Muslims to practice it in the USA on religious grounds, based on our faith.

* We believe that it is our civil and religious right to practice Hijama Cupping Therapy in the USA as it is a faith based therapy. We believe that Wet Cupping Therapy should not only be practiced by licensed Physicians or Acupuncturists only, but trained Hijama Practitioners too.

* Just as Jewish Mohels (Ritual Circumcisers) are exempt from obtaining Medical Licensure in order to practice male circumcision on religious grounds, we would like Muslim Hijama Practitioners to be exempt from obtaining Medical or Acupuncture Licensure on religious grounds.

* To promote awareness and educate the general Public about Hijama Cupping Therapy and its health benefits through educational workshops, internet and various Health Institutions.

* We would like to introduce and establish a International Training and Certification Course for Hijama Practitioners in collaboration with the State DPH/Medical & Acupuncture Boards. Our aim is to have it nationally approved and accredited. We would like to train Licensed Physicians, Acupuncturists, Massage Therapists, Chiropractors, Nurse Practitioners and others medical/complementary Therapy professionals. Also, we aim to train practicing and responsible Muslim persons who would like to be trained and certified as a Hijama Practitioner according to their faith. This is so that we can set up and maintain the highest of health and safety standards and best practice policies and procedures. We do not just want to have “in-house training” like the Jewish Mohels have in Synagogues or through Rabbis. Rather, we intend to have structured training and certification courses in line with other nationally accredited bodywork courses eg;

* Physiology & Anatomy & CPR First Aid Training

* Acupuncture & Hijama points

* Prophetic medicine & Natural Islamic Healing, Theory & History

* Best Business Practices & Policies & Procedures

* Practical training in Dry/Massage/Wet Cupping techniques, coursework, case studies, clinical training and exams.

- Is there anything else you would like to add?

Hijama Nation is currently undergoing the membership procedure for the Complementary Medicine Association (CMA) and we are arranging insurance coverage (professional indemnity) for our students when they have graduated (currently available only to UK & European students).

Inshallah, HIJAMA NATION will be launching its first online Hijama Practitioner Training Programme on May 21st, 2011. It is designed for international students who are allowed to practice hijama, and USA/Canada students who have medical/healthcare backgrounds. It will be a 3 month, intensive online course with practical workshop training. It will cover types and history of cupping therapy, physiology & anatomy, hijamaology, Ibn-Sina and humoral pathology, lunar cycle, Islamic and Chinese medicine and best practices and lots more….

To receive a Free eBook about Hijama, please visit: www.HijamaTraining.com. If you need any other information, please email us info@HijamaNation.com.

Thank you.
Jazakallah Khair,
Hijama Nation
www.HijamaTraining.com
info@HijamaNation.com
Revive the Sunnah and Promote Health!

FEATURED HIJAMA THERAPISTS:
Hijama Nation

CLINIC LOCATION:
Connecticut
USA

CONTACT DETAILS:
Email: info@HijamaNation.com
Website:www.HijamaTraining.com
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Our thanks to Hijama Nation from USA for sharing the above post. If you have any questions or want to leave some feedback for them, then please do so via a comment* below.

If you are a hijama therapist or patient and are happy to share your knowledge or experience via a guest blog-post like the one above, please send me an email to: hijama.mail@gmail.com.

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Mobile Hijama clinic by Zhijama in association with Mushkil Aasaan in Tooting, London, England

2011-04-28T05:09:00.001-07:00

The following is an announcement by Dr Munir Ravalia of Zhijama:

Mobile Hijama clinic by Zhijama in association with Mushkil Aasaan in Tooting, London, England

Cure/Shifa is from Allah Alone

“Indeed the best of remedies you have is in hijama (Cupping)” Sahee al Bukhari

* Are you healthy yet want to purify/detoxify your body – the drug free and fastest way?
* Do you want to revive the Sunnah of the blessed Prophet Muhammad (SAW)
* Do you suffer from and persistent medical condition?

e.g chronic body pains – back/migraine, poor circulation, emotional/psychological disorders/depression/stress and anxiety, high blood pressure, skin conditions, asthma, sexual conditions – for a comprehensive list please visit website.

THEN LOOK NO FURTHER

* MEDICALLY LED MALE AND FEMALE HEALTH PROFESSIONALS
* STRICT UNIVERSAL CROSS INFECTION CONTROL PROCEDURES - single use disposable equipment
* FULL ASSESSMENT AND TAILOR MADE TREATMENT PLAN

TO BOOK A THERAPY SESSION CALL OR TEXT 07950715243

Regular sessions will be held on Sundays monthly in Tooting Inshallah. First session to start on Bank holiday – Monday 2nd May 2011 (this session for males only). Second session for Sunday 22nd May, thereafter contact for successive dates.

Venue – Mushkil Aasaan – CQC registered - Front door main entrance

220 – 222 Upper Tooting Road, – SW17 7EW (02086726581)

GET DIRECTIONS TO THIS VENUE

PLEASE ENTER YOUR POSTCODE ABOVE AND PRESS GO FOR DIRECTIONS TO:

Mushkil Aasaan,
First Floor,
220 - 222 Upper Tooting Road
Tooting,
London,
SW17 7EW
UK

FEATURED HIJAMA THERAPISTS:
Zhijama

MOBILE CLINIC LOCATION:
Mushkil Aasaan,
First Floor,
220 - 222 Upper Tooting Road
Tooting,
London,
SW17 7EW
UK

CONTACT DETAILS:
Mobile: 07950715243
Website: www.zhijama.co.uk
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Our thanks to Zhijama from England for sharing the above post. If you have any questions or want to leave some feedback for them, then please do so via a comment* below.

If you are a hijama therapist or patient and are happy to share your knowledge or experience via a guest blog-post like the one above, please send me an email to: hijama.mail@gmail.com.

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Sunnah Days For Cupping (Hijama):Jumada Al-Awwal 1432 / April 2011

2011-04-14T18:47:00.000-07:00

Sunnah Days For Cupping (Hijama): Jumada Al-Awwal 1432 - Information provided by Health Means Wealth
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The Sunnah days for wet cupping (hijama) in this month of Jumada Al-Awwal are as follows:

Thursday 17th Jumada Al-Awwal 1432 - 21st April 2011

Monday 21st Jumada Al-Awwal 1432 - 25th April 2011

Please kindly note that these dates are based on the new, lunar month according to the sighting of the new moon by the naked eye, as cupping (hijama) is a form of worship. These dates may sometimes vary from the calculated, lunar dates.

AlhamdIlah the Sunnah Days are also posted on our website every month:

http://www.healthmeanswealth.co.uk/index.php?pr=Sunnah_Days

Cupping (Hijama) In Its Time Is A Cure For Every Disease

Abu Hurairah (may Allaah be pleased with him) reported that the Messenger (Sallallaahu Álayhi Wasallam) said, "Whoever performs cupping (hijama) on the 17th, 19th or 21st day (of the Islamic, lunar month) then it is a cure for every disease." [Saheeh Sunan abi Dawud (3861)].

The Best Days For Cupping (Hijama)

Ibn Umar (may Allaah be pleased with him) reported that the Messenger (Sallallaahu Álayhi Wasallam) said, "Cupping (hijama) on an empty stomach* is best. It increases the intellect and improves the memory. It improves the memory of the one memorising. So whoever is going to be cupped then on a Thursday in the name of Allaah. Keep away from being cupped on a Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Be cupped on a Monday or Tuesday. Do not be cupped on a Wednesday because it is the day that Ayoub was befallen with the trial. You will not find leprosy except (by being cupped) on Wednesday or Wednesday night." [Saheeh Sunan ibn Maajah (3488)].

* 'alaa ar-reeq in arabic means to fast until after being treated with cupping. Once the treatment of cupping has been completed, one may eat and drink.

As for the Islamic day and night, the night enters before the day. So at sunset on Tuesday, Wednesday night comes in. Cupping (hijama) is best performed during the daytime between the athaan of fajr and the athaan of maghrib because yawm in arabic means daytime.

The Sunnah days for cupping (hijama) every month are when the 17th or 19th or 21st of the lunar month coincide with a Monday, Tuesday or Thursday. These are the best and most beneficial days for cupping (hijama). If one is not able to be cupped on 17th, 19th or 21st (coinciding with Monday, Tuesday or Thursday) then any Monday, Tuesday or Thursday of the month.

Cupping (Hijama) For Women

Jaabir ibn Abdullah y reported Umm Salama (may Allah be pleased with her) asked permission from the Messenger r to be treated with cupping (hijama). So the Messenger r ordered Abu Teeba t to cup her. Jaabir ibn Abdullah y said, " I think he r said that Abu Teeba t is her brother through breastfeeding or a young boy who didn't reach puberty". [Saheeh Muslim (5708), abu Dawud (4102), Saheeh ibn Maajah (3480)].

Dry and massage cupping may be performed at any time.

We pray you find this information helpful. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any queries, comments or feedback.
JazakAllah khair for your support.

The Messenger (Sallallaahu Álayhi Wasallam) said, "Whoever revives a Sunnah from my Sunnah and the people practise it, will have the same reward of those who practise it without their reward diminishing…"
[Sunan ibn Maajah (209)].

Please add us to your 'contacts' so that our newsletters are not received as spam.

JazakAllah khair.

Health Means Wealth
Remedies From The Sunnah

enquiries@healthmeanswealth.co.uk

www.healthmeanswealth.co.uk

A Cupping Therapy Workshop for Health Professionals in Leicester, England by The British Cupping Society

2011-03-31T02:02:00.001-07:00

A Cupping Therapy Workshop for Health Professionals in Leicester, England by The British Cupping Society

The following is an announcement by Kaleem Ullah of the British Cupping Society:

Following the success of our previous workshops and the 'International Roadshows', and to meet demand in East Midlands and other parts of the country, we are delighted to introduce our next workshop in partnership with The Ahealth Hijama blog: 'Cupping Therapy: Al-Hejamah - An Introduction Workshop'.

Date: Monday 25th April, 2011
Venue:
The Memon Centre
7 Abbotsford Road
Off Uppingham Road
Leicester
LE5 4DA
England

GET DIRECTIONS TO THIS VENUE:

PLEASE ENTER YOUR POSTCODE ABOVE AND PRESS GO FOR DIRECTIONS

FURTHER DETAILS AND REGISTRATION
See attached below welcome letter, workshop details and workshop registration form.

Please return all registration forms to the address provided in the pack. Due to high demand for places, the closing date for applications is 15th April 2011. Late applications will only be considered subject to availability.

Who is the workshop designed for?

Exclusively for Health Professionals who:

* Have an interest in Alternative Medicine
* Are eager to broaden their portfolio and repertoire of skills
* Seek training and supervision by Medical experts in the field of Cupping Therapy

Workshop Documents:

Overview of Workshop

Workshop April 2011 Welcome Letter

Workshop Registration Form

15 April, 2011
UPDATE: For those of you want to pay by Paypal or Debit / Credit Card

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FEATURED ORGANISATION(S):
British Cupping Society

LOCATION
81 Corbet Close,
Hackbridge,
Wallington,
Surrey,
England
SM6 7AR

CONTACT DETAILS:
web: www.britishcuppingsociety.org

CONTACT DETAILS FOR WORKSHOP ENQUIRIES:
Tel: +44 (0)790 560 5520
Fax: +44 (0)844 443 1883
Email: cuppingworkshop@ahealth.co.uk

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Our thanks to British Cupping Society from England for sharing the above post. If you have any questions or want to leave some feedback on their workshops, then please do so via a comment* below.

If you are a hijama therapist or patient and are happy to share your knowledge or experience via a guest blog-post like the one above, please send me an email to: hijama.mail@gmail.com.

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