General heaviness or tension
Some clients are looking for a lighter suction-based wellbeing session rather than deep manual work.
Complementary wellbeing · realistic claims · St Albans
Cupping, Hijama and lymphatic wellbeing: what to know
Cupping is not a medical treatment for lymphatic disease. We can discuss gentle cupping as a complementary wellbeing option while keeping medical red flags and diagnosed lymphatic problems with the appropriate clinician.
Private one-to-one clinicOpen 7 daysClear suitability checkSt Albans
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Overview
A treatment plan should fit the person, not the menu.
Cupping is not a medical treatment for lymphatic disease. We can discuss gentle cupping as a complementary wellbeing option while keeping medical red flags and diagnosed lymphatic problems with the appropriate clinician.
Curious about cupping
Dry cupping can be discussed without claiming it clears blocked lymph or treats lymphatic disorders.
Want Hijama separately
Wet cupping is a different treatment and is assessed on its own suitability.
Our approach
Assessment first. Treatment second.
We combine methods only when they make sense for your goal and presentation.
No medical drainage claims
We do not claim cups manually drain the lymphatic system or treat lymphoedema.
Screen swelling properly
Unexplained, one-sided, painful or rapidly worsening swelling needs medical assessment.
Choose pressure conservatively
Where cupping is suitable, suction and areas are selected cautiously.
Safety and scope
Unexplained swelling needs the right assessment first.
Do not book cupping as a substitute for assessment of new, one-sided, painful, hot or rapidly increasing swelling, suspected infection or suspected blood clot. Diagnosed lymphatic conditions should be discussed with the clinician managing them.
Sessions
Choose the level of treatment you actually need.
Choose the treatment around your goal rather than forcing every problem into the same method.
Signature Hijama · Up to 10 Cups
Up to 10 cupsBroader tailored wet-cupping coverage for most clients.
Book a sessionOne-Area Muscle Recovery
60 minutesFirm manual work, dry cupping and IASTM focused on one main area.
Book a sessionOne-Area Muscle Recovery + Hijama
60 minutesFocused hands-on muscle work for one main area with Hijama included where suitable.
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Before you book
Common questions.
If your situation is not covered here, message us before choosing a session.
How do I know what to book?
Message us with the main area, how long it has been bothering you and what you have already tried. We will suggest the most sensible starting point.
Can I ask before booking?
Yes. Use WhatsApp if you want to check suitability or choose between Hijama, cupping and a Muscle Recovery session.
Where is the clinic?
Appointments take place at our private clinic in St Albans, Hertfordshire. Sessions are one-to-one and available seven days a week.
Private clinic · St Albans
Not sure where to start?
Tell us what you are dealing with and we will point you to the most sensible session.