Hijama cupping therapy is an ancient holistic practice that involves small amounts of blood through suction and incisions on the skin.
Hijama has been practiced for thousands of years, with its roots tracing back to ancient Egyptian, Chinese, and Middle Eastern cultures. In Islamic tradition, it holds a special significance. The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) recommended Hijama as a beneficial treatment for various ailments, and it is mentioned in several hadiths.
Hijama points, 7,8,9, and 10 are at the upper and middle back.
Hijama point no. 7 is closer to the stomach area in the middle of the back, on the right side of the spinal cord.
Hijama point no. 8 is closer to the stomach area in the middle of the back, on the left side of the spinal cord.
Hijama point no. 9 is situated closer to the kidney in the middle of the back, right under the hijama point no. 7
Hijama point no. 10 is situated closer to the kidney in the middle of the back, under hijama point no. 8
Benefits Of Hijama Points No. 7, 8, 9, and 10
Let’s discuss the amazing benefits of these hijama points.
1- Constipation
When Hijama cupping therapy is performed on these specific body areas, it stimulates the digestive organs. It promotes contractions that drive food through your digestive tract, aids in removing colon obstructions, promotes the movement of blood and body fluids through organs, and relieves indigestion and constipation. Cupping stimulates the parasympathetic nervous system, increasing blood flow to the digestive tract. Chronic constipation also leads to indigestion of food. When the digestive system works efficiently, constipation may be cured.
2- Bloating
Dry cupping therapy and moving cupping therapy are beneficial to perform these points regarding bloating. When dry cupping is performed, it creates negative pressure and increases the flow of gastric and pancreatic juices. Dry and moving cupping therapy helps in many ways to relieve bloating symptoms.
For wet cupping, cups are applied to the middle of the back. Wet cupping breaks down fatty deposits, clears out the congested colon, and calms the nervous system. Hijama relaxes the muscles, and when fresh blood flows to the cupped area, it increases platelets and growth factors needed for stimulation and healing of all the organs in the body. In the bottom line, it improves the peristalsis, secretion of digestive juices and relieves bloating.
3- Back Pain
One of the easiest and most effective treatments for back pain is Hijama cupping therapy.
Chiropractors and massage therapists use cupping therapy to treat back pain. When the cups are applied, a suction is created to pull the blood into the skin. The suction force expands the blood vessels and stimulates the natural healing process. Cupping therapy releases the toxins and cleanses the pores on the back.
Hijama points for back pain are along the full length of the spine from the neck to the tailbone. Target the affected area anywhere around the spine. Hijama points 7, 8, 9, and 10 are located at the middle of the back and closer to the spine. All the muscles get relaxed with increased blood circulation, oxygenation, and lymphatic drainage. Treatment can be done with fixed or moving cupping and Hijama cupping therapy.
After the treatment, the intensity of pain sometimes reduces immediately. It enhances muscular movement and your quality of life as well.
4- Appetite Regulation
In a human body, an appetite is regulated when the digestive hormones work properly and the body gets a true signal of hunger and fullness at the right time. Targeting these hijama points promotes balanced secretion of gastric juices and ghrelin (the hunger hormone). These hijama points may also help correct sluggish digestion that can dull the appetite. It also relieves bloating and heaviness, which can falsely make someone feel full, and also encourages natural hunger signals. Stress and anxiety can suppress appetite by slowing digestion, These hijama points help relax, calm the nervous system, which supports appetite in people with emotional eating or loss of appetite due to stress.
5- Intestinal Cramps
Intestinal cramps are a major complaint in digestive issues like IBS, indigestion, or inflammation. Hijama points 7 to 10 are incredibly helpful because they target different digestive tract sections, calm the gut’s nervous system, improve circulation, relax the muscles, and promote toxin release. It relieves upper abdominal tightness and cramping caused by delayed digestion or gas. These hijama points target the small intestine area, reducing blockages or spasms. Enhances lymphatic drainage, which removes toxins that may inflame the intestinal wall, easing twisting or squeezing cramps felt in the mid-abdomen and reducing gas pressure that contributes to intestinal cramps.
6- Gut-Brain Connection
Hijama points 7, 8, 9, and 10 help regulate nerve signals between the brain and the gut by targeting both local pathways and the autonomic nervous system responsible for digestion. These points enhance communication along the gut-brain axis, reducing irregular nerve impulses that often lead to bloating, nausea, and abdominal cramps. It not only stimulates the pathway, which sends signals between the brain and digestive organs, but also has a parasympathetic tone that provides a calming effect to the gut.
7- Lung Support
In Hijama cupping therapy, points 7, 8, 9, and 10 are commonly used for issues related to the lungs and respiratory system. These points are generally located on the upper back, near the scapula (shoulder blades) and thoracic spine, where key respiratory muscles and lung-related meridians are found. These Hijama points are located on the upper back, close to the inner edge of the shoulder blade. It helps clear heat from the lungs and is beneficial for conditions like asthma, bronchitis, and persistent coughing. They support the function of the lungs, help alleviate chest tightness, open the chest, eliminate phlegm, and strengthen lung energy (Qi). It is also effective in easing a chronic cough and reducing shortness of breath. These points help detoxify the lungs by improving blood flow and lymphatic drainage in the thoracic area. By enhancing circulation in the chest and upper back area, Hijama supports better oxygen exchange.
8- Heart Health
Although Hijama points 7 to 10 are primarily associated with the digestive system, they also have secondary benefits for heart health due to the heart’s and nervous system’s interconnection. Performing Hijama on these points stimulates the vagus nerve, which plays a major role in heart rate regulation. It also helps regulate heart rate variability (HRV), promotes relaxation of the chest area, calms stress-induced heart symptoms (like racing heart or tightness), and helps regulate blood pressure and emotional tension affecting the heart. Since the heart and gut share nerve, hormonal, and circulatory pathways, balancing the digestive system through Hijama promotes cardiovascular harmony, especially in stress-related heart issues.
These Hijama points are powerful zones on the upper back that offer deep therapeutic benefits, especially for the lungs, chest, and respiratory system. Their location along the Bladder meridian allows them to address lung-related conditions like asthma, cough, and congestion, and indirectly support other vital organs such as the heart and kidneys by improving blood circulation, energy flow (Qi), and emotional balance.
Whether managing chronic respiratory issues, recovering from chest infections, or seeking overall wellness and energy regulation, applying Hijama on these points can be an effective, holistic tool.
