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What Is Hijama/Cupping & Massage?

Cupping uses specially designed cups to create controlled suction on selected areas of the body.

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At Bodywork Clinic, treatment may incorporate:

✓ Dry Cupping — cups are placed on selected areas without breaking the skin
✓ Wet Cupping (Hijama) — controlled superficial skin incisions are used as part of the cupping process
✓ Static Cupping — cups remain positioned over selected areas
✓ Sports or Deep Tissue Massage
✓ Trigger Point Therapy
✓ Targeted Muscular Work
✓ Stretching or Mobility Work, where appropriate

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The treatment approach is selected according to your individual needs, suitability and treatment goals.

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Who Is This Treatment Suitable For?

Hijama/Cupping & Massage may be suitable for clients seeking support with:

✓ Muscular tension & tightness
✓ Back, shoulder & neck tension
✓ Leg, hip or glute tightness
✓ Muscular stiffness
✓ Training-related muscular fatigue
✓ Sports and physical recovery
✓ Reduced mobility or flexibility
✓ Clients specifically seeking traditional Hijama

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Treatment suitability will be considered before proceeding, particularly when wet cupping is requested.

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Choose Your Treatment

30 Minutes — One Region

A focused treatment for one specific region of the body using appropriate cupping and massage techniques.

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Best for: one targeted treatment area.

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60 Minutes — Two Regions

Additional treatment time allowing cupping and massage across up to two areas according to your needs.

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Best for: related areas of muscular tension, recovery or clients wanting a more comprehensive treatment.

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90 Minutes — Multiple Regions

An extended session providing additional time for treatment across multiple areas.

 

Best for: several areas requiring attention or more comprehensive Hijama/Cupping & Massage.

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Benefits of Hijama/Cupping & Massage

Treatment may help to:

✓ Reduce muscular tension & tightness
✓ Support mobility and ease of movement
✓ Support muscular recovery
✓ Address specific areas of muscular stiffness
✓ Complement massage with targeted cupping techniques
✓ Support general physical wellbeing

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between dry cupping and Hijama?

Dry cupping uses controlled suction without breaking the skin.

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Wet cupping (Hijama) involves controlled superficial skin incisions followed by cupping, allowing a small amount of blood to be drawn into the cup.

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The appropriate treatment will depend on your preference, suitability and treatment goals.

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Can my session include both cupping and massage?

Yes. This treatment is specifically designed to combine cupping with massage where appropriate.

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The balance between massage, dry cupping and Hijama will depend on the treatment booked, the areas being addressed and your individual needs.

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Does cupping hurt?

Dry cupping usually creates a pulling or pressure sensation on the skin, which can feel stronger in some areas.

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Hijama involves superficial skin incisions and may cause brief discomfort.

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Treatment should remain manageable, and you should tell the therapist if you experience excessive discomfort.

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Will cupping leave marks?

Yes. Both dry and wet cupping can leave temporary circular marks or skin discolouration.

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With Hijama, there will also be small superficial areas where the skin has been broken.

 

Appropriate aftercare will be discussed following treatment.

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Is Hijama suitable for everyone?

No. Wet cupping may not be appropriate for everyone.

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Certain medical conditions, medications, bleeding or clotting disorders, skin conditions and other circumstances may affect suitability.

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Please provide accurate information about relevant medical conditions, medications and allergies when booking and before treatment.

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How many areas can be treated?

As a general guide:

30 Minutes — One Region
One focused treatment area.

60 Minutes — Two Regions
Up to two areas requiring attention.

90 Minutes — Multiple Regions
More comprehensive treatment across several areas.

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The amount that can safely and appropriately be treated will depend on your individual circumstances.

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