Cupping is a traditional treatment method with thousands of years of history. This technique, which has been practiced since ancient Egyptian and Mesopotamian civilizations, has an important place especially in Islamic culture. Hacamat offers benefits to both physical and mental health by accelerating blood flow with negative pressure applied to certain points on the body.
How is Cupping Applied?
Cupping consists of two main stages. First, cups are placed on certain parts of the body and the air inside these cups is vacuumed, accelerating the blood flow in that area. Then the cups are removed and small cuts are made and the cups are placed again. In this way, the blood is allowed to flow out of the superficial cuts and the body is cleansed of toxins.
Benefits of Cupping
Detox Effect: Cupping helps to expel toxins accumulated in the body. Especially by removing stagnant and dirty blood, the body becomes stronger and resistance to diseases increases.
Improve Blood Circulation: This treatment method speeds up blood flow, allowing oxygen and nutrients to reach the body faster. This promotes cell regeneration and has positive effects on overall health.
Pain Relief Feature: Chronic ailments such as back, head and joint pain can be alleviated with cupping. It is also good for pain such as migraine and sinusitis, especially by providing muscle relaxation.
Stress Reduction: Cupping provides not only physical but also spiritual relaxation. By balancing blood flow, stress and mental fatigue are reduced and the person feels more peaceful.
Strengthening the Immune System: Regular cupping practice strengthens the immune system. It makes the body more resistant to diseases such as colds.
Who Can Have Cupping?
Cupping is generally recommended for people with chronic pain, circulatory disorders and weak immune systems. Athletes may also prefer this method to relax their muscles and improve their performance. However, this practice may not be suitable for people with diabetes, blood diseases or people taking blood thinners. For this reason, it is absolutely necessary to consult a specialist before having cupping.
In Which Areas Is It Applied?
Cupping is most commonly applied on the back, neck, shoulders and waist. However, the application points may vary according to the complaints of the person. For example, it can be applied to the head area in those with headache and around the knee in those with knee pain.
Are There Side Effects of Cupping?
Cupping is a safe treatment method when performed by specialists in accordance with hygiene rules. However, some people may experience side effects such as short-term dizziness, fatigue or mild tension in the treated area. These side effects usually pass in a short time and are alleviated by drinking plenty of water.