FURTHER INFORMATION
Before Hijama Treatment:
- Fast for 3-4 hours before treatment.
- Drink plenty of water starting 24hrs before treatment
- Have a shower or bath on the day
- Be in a state of wudu/purity preferably
(specific to Muslim clients)
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All recommendations will be discussed further by your therapist.
After Hijama Treatment:
Wound Care:
- No bathing/showering for 24hrs
- Rub olive oil/black seed oil onto the hijama sites twice a day
- Do not pick at the scabs if they appear
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Do not consume the following for 48hrs:
- Red meat
- Dairy products
- Coffee/Tea
- Fizzy drinks
- Fried food (chips, donner etc.)
- Anything with high sugar content
- Alcohol or any other intoxicants & stimulants
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Refrain from the following for 48hrs:
- Smoking
- Physical activity/heavy lifting
- Long distance driving
- Sexual intercourse
- Sauna/steam room