The word ‘hijamah’ derived its origin from the word al-hajm which
carries the meaning: to suck, to absorb, or to extract. It described a medical treatment
whereby ‘dirty’ blood is extracted from the body by a suction cup attached to a
lightly incised skin surface. Read more
What Islam says about Al hijama
Besides being a medical treatment, Al hijamah is a Sunnah that
was practiced and promoted by the prophet of Islam, Muhammad (peace be upon him).
There are various hadith showing the important place hijamah enjoyed in the lives
of the prophet (peace be upon him) and the early Muslims. Read
more
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