The benefits of cupping are many. On a general, systemic level, cupping improves the circulation of blood and lymph. It also regulates and improves the functioning of the autonomic nervous system. Locally, the most obvious benefit of cupping is the relief of pain and relaxation and increased suppleness of stiff tendons and muscles. Cupping increases the cleansing flow of lymph while removing congested blood from the muscles. If cupping is applied to the joints, the blood flow to the joint is increased and there’s an increased secretion of synovial fluid into the joint cavity. Cupping’s effect on the digestive organs is to increase their digestive secretions and enhance their peristaltic movement. Cupping can awaken the appetite, strengthen the stomach and digestion, improve the bile flow and metabolism, relieve constipation and promote regularity of the bowels. Cupping has a dramatic detoxifying effect on the skin and circulatory system. By increasing the flow of blood and plasma through the veins and arteries, cupping enhances the cleansing and removal of toxins. This detoxification may not be observable after just one treatment, but after about three to five treatments, there will be a noticeable improvement in the color of one’s complexion. Cupping is beneficial and indicated for multiple disorders affecting multiple organ systems: Digestive system: constipation, diarrhea, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) Vital, Metabolic: low energy, fatigue, anemia, atrophy of the tissues, cellulite, emaciation, weight gain – normalize body weight. Nervous system: headaches, depression, emotional problems – balances the nervous system. Gynecological: menstrual pain, suppressed or irregular menses musculoskeletal: Local application, as appropriate, for back pain, arthritis, traumatic injuries, lumbago, sciatica. Respiratory & Circulatory: asthma, bronchitis, common cold and flu, high blood pressure. Increased blood flow to the skin is therapeutic for many different skin disorders. Mudasser Chaudhry is certified, and registered to perform Hijama he is also registered homeopathy herbalist acupuncturist and Traditional Chinese Medicine in Toronot and Mississauga Call Chaudhry Clinic today at 416-778-1390 or book an appointment online.
How Cupping (Hijama) Works: Unblocking the Body’s Flow How Cupping (Hijama) Works: Unblocking the Body’s Flow Traditional healers have long recognized the link between pain and conditions of congestion, stagnation, and blockage in the body. An old Chinese medical maxim states: Where there’s stagnation, there will be pain. Remove the stagnation, and you remove the pain. This principle applies beyond just pain. Most illnesses and diseases stem from stagnation, congestion, and blockage. This affects the flow of vital energy (Vital Force) and essential bodily fluids (blood, phlegm, or lymph). The Mechanism of Cupping Cupping therapy uses suction. This suction draws out and breaks up congestion, stagnation, or blockage. This action restores a free flow to the body’s vital energies and humors. Pain as a Sign of Imbalance Essentially, pain signals that something isn’t functioning correctly. We feel suffering or disease when the body’s natural flow and function are disrupted or obstructed. Galen described disease as a state contrary to Nature. How Cupping Addresses Imbalance Releasing Stagnation and Congestion Cupping not only disperses stagnation but also breaks it up. This helps the flow of Vital Forces, blood, and other humors. Eliminating Harmful Substances Furthermore, cupping disperses pathogenic heat, toxins, and inflammation. It brings them to the surface for release. Trapped heat and toxins can harm the body. Cupping allows them to escape. Reducing Fever Interestingly, cupping can help reduce fevers during acute crises. It also lessens the putrefaction of blood and other humors, a common cause of fevers. Derivation Therapy: Drawing Away Blockages By drawing congested energy, blood, or other humors to the surface, cupping acts as derivation therapy. Derivation means drawing vital energies or substances away from blockages. This relieves congestion and restores health. Facilitating Peripheralization Toxins and other harmful matter deep within can obstruct vital organs. The body tries to move this matter to the surface as cysts or eruptions. Cupping activates this peripheralization. It relieves internal congestion, preventing more serious disorders. Improving Elimination of Wastes Cupping improves the circulation of blood, lymph, and other fluids. It breaks up blockages of waste and toxins. This enhances the body’s ability to eliminate waste. Proper waste evacuation is crucial for hygiene in Greek Medicine. Retaining what should be expelled (like in constipation or urinary retention) causes disease. Mudasser Chaudhry – Certified Hijama Practitioner Mudasser Chaudhry is certified and registered to perform Hijama. He is also a registered homeopathy herbalist, acupuncturist, and Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner in Toronto and Mississauga. Call Chaudhry Clinic today at 416-778-1390 or book an appointment online.
