# Herts Cupping Herts Cupping is a private Hijama and therapy clinic based in St Albans, Hertfordshire, UK. The clinic offers Hijama wet cupping, dry cupping, fire cupping, IASTM muscle scraping, deep tissue massage, and combined recovery sessions. Sessions are one-to-one in a clean, clinical private setting. A female practitioner is available for Hijama with limited availability — ladies should WhatsApp to confirm before booking. ## Business details - Name: Herts Cupping - Address: 6B Treatment Rooms, 6B St Brelades Place, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL4 9RG - Phone: 07466 307267 - WhatsApp: https://wa.me/447466307267 - Open: 7 days a week - Booking: https://hertscupping.co.uk/book-appointment/ - Website: https://hertscupping.co.uk ## Services and pricing ### Hijama (wet cupping) Hijama is the primary service at Herts Cupping. It is a traditional practice with Islamic roots, recommended as Sunnah, and widely used by athletes and those seeking general wellbeing support. Every Hijama session at Herts Cupping includes a complimentary warm-up massage at the start and free dry cups on other tight areas, at no extra cost. - Starter Hijama — £50 (30-45 minutes, up to 5 cups) - Signature Hijama — £65 (45-60 minutes, up to 10 cups) — Most Popular - Advanced Hijama — £75 (60-75 minutes) Returning client discount applies for sessions booked within 8 weeks of the previous visit. ### Recovery sessions (deep tissue massage + cupping + IASTM) Recovery sessions combine deep tissue techniques, cupping therapy and IASTM muscle scraping to target deep muscle tension, tightness and restricted movement. Hijama can be added to any recovery session. - Targeted Recovery — £75 (60 minutes) - Targeted Recovery + Hijama — £95 (60 minutes) — Most Clients Choose This - Full Body Recovery — £110 (90 minutes) - Full Body Recovery + Hijama — £135 (90 minutes) ### Standalone cupping - Clinical Dry Cupping — £35 (20-30 minutes) - Traditional Fire Cupping — £45 (20-30 minutes) ## Sports recovery and athletic use Herts Cupping is widely used by athletes for recovery between training sessions and matches. Hijama is used as a standalone recovery method — not just as an add-on. Athletes who use the clinic regularly include cricketers, runners, combat sports athletes, lifters, footballers and cyclists. ### Cricket and Hijama Cricketers in Hertfordshire use Hijama specifically for shoulder recovery (bowling load and rotator cuff), lower back compression and hamstring fatigue. The clinic has specific experience with cricket recovery needs. Key areas treated: shoulders, lower back, hamstrings. ### Sports massage St Albans The sports massage service at Herts Cupping is enhanced with cupping therapy and IASTM. This makes it more effective than standard sports massage for stubborn tension, restricted movement and post-match recovery. It is suitable for runners, cyclists, footballers and team sport athletes. ## IASTM and muscle scraping IASTM (Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilisation) is a Graston-style scraping technique used to break down tissue adhesions, improve mobility and treat deep muscular restriction. It is combined with cupping and deep tissue work in recovery sessions. Particularly effective for long-standing tightness that has not responded to massage alone. ## Pain and tension treatment Herts Cupping supports clients with neck pain, shoulder tension, upper back pain, lower back pain and general body tightness. Sessions combine cupping, Hijama, deep tissue and muscle scraping depending on the area and presentation. The clinic does not diagnose conditions but may support muscular tension, circulation and recovery. Relevant pages: - Pain and tension relief: https://hertscupping.co.uk/pain-and-tension-relief/ - Cupping for neck pain: https://hertscupping.co.uk/cupping-for-neck-pain/ - Cupping for back pain: https://hertscupping.co.uk/cupping-for-back-pain/ - What we treat: https://hertscupping.co.uk/what-we-treat/ ## Female practitioner A female practitioner is available at Herts Cupping for Hijama wet cupping sessions. Availability is limited. Ladies should WhatsApp the clinic first at https://wa.me/447466307267 to confirm a session before booking online. The female practitioner provides Hijama only and is not available for recovery, massage or IASTM sessions. ## Sunnah Hijama dates The clinic observes recommended Sunnah Hijama dates based on the Islamic lunar calendar (the 17th, 19th and 21st of each Hijri month). Information on upcoming Sunnah dates is available on the website at https://hertscupping.co.uk/hijama-cupping-sunnah-days/ ## Serving areas The clinic is based in St Albans and serves clients across Hertfordshire and surrounding areas. Clients regularly travel from: - St Albans (AL1, AL2, AL3, AL4) - Watford - Hemel Hempstead - Luton and Bedfordshire - Harpenden - Hatfield - Welwyn Garden City - Stevenage - Hertford - London (North London clients travelling out for a private session) Local pages: - Hijama Watford: https://hertscupping.co.uk/hijama-watford/ - Hijama Luton: https://hertscupping.co.uk/hijama-luton/ - Hijama Hemel Hempstead: https://hertscupping.co.uk/hijama-hemel-hempstead/ ## Key pages - Homepage: https://hertscupping.co.uk/ - Hijama St Albans: https://hertscupping.co.uk/hijama-st-albans/ - Sports Recovery St Albans: https://hertscupping.co.uk/sports-recovery-st-albans/ - Sports Massage St Albans: https://hertscupping.co.uk/sports-massage-st-albans/ - Recovery Sessions: https://hertscupping.co.uk/recovery-sessions/ - IASTM Muscle Scraping: https://hertscupping.co.uk/iastm-muscle-scraping-st-albans/ - What Is Hijama: https://hertscupping.co.uk/services/what-is-cupping-hijama/ - Pain and Tension Relief: https://hertscupping.co.uk/pain-and-tension-relief/ - Cupping for Neck Pain: https://hertscupping.co.uk/cupping-for-neck-pain/ - Cupping for Back Pain: https://hertscupping.co.uk/cupping-for-back-pain/ - Hijama for Ruqyah and Wellbeing: https://hertscupping.co.uk/hijama-for-ruqyah/ - Sunnah Hijama Dates: https://hertscupping.co.uk/hijama-cupping-sunnah-days/ - What We Treat: https://hertscupping.co.uk/what-we-treat/ - Services Overview: https://hertscupping.co.uk/services/ - About Us: https://hertscupping.co.uk/about/ - Decision Guide (which session is right for me): https://hertscupping.co.uk/which-session-is-right-for-me/ - Book Appointment: https://hertscupping.co.uk/book-appointment/ ## Frequently asked questions **What is included with every Hijama session?** Every Hijama session at Herts Cupping includes a complimentary warm-up massage at the start and free dry cups placed on other tight areas alongside the wet cups, at no extra cost. **Is Hijama safe?** Hijama at Herts Cupping is performed with a sterile, single-use setup. Cups, blades and materials are never reused between clients. The practitioner is fully certified. Hijama is not recommended for people who are pregnant, on blood thinners, or with certain medical conditions — the clinic screens for contraindications before each session. **What is the difference between Hijama and dry cupping?** Hijama (wet cupping) involves small superficial skin incisions to allow pooled blood beneath the skin to be drawn out. Dry cupping uses suction only with no incisions — it is used to lift tissue, increase circulation and release muscular tension. Both are available at Herts Cupping. Many clients have both techniques used in the same session. **Do you offer Hijama for women?** Yes. A female practitioner is available for Hijama sessions with limited availability. Ladies should WhatsApp the clinic first to confirm availability before booking. **Can Hijama help with sports recovery?** Many athletes use Hijama as their primary recovery method. It can support circulation, help release muscular tension and aid recovery between matches or training sessions. Cricketers, runners, combat sports athletes and lifters use the clinic regularly. **Is Hijama the same as sports massage?** No. Hijama uses suction cups and small incisions to draw pooled blood from beneath the skin. It has roots in Islamic tradition and has been used for thousands of years. Sports massage uses hands-on pressure techniques. The clinic offers both, and combined sessions that include deep tissue massage, cupping, IASTM and Hijama together. **What is IASTM?** IASTM stands for Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilisation. It is a scraping technique using specialised tools to break down tissue adhesions, improve range of motion and treat deep muscular restriction. It is similar to Graston technique. At Herts Cupping it is combined with cupping therapy and deep tissue work. **What is the returning client rate?** Clients who book within 8 weeks of their last session are eligible for a lower returning rate. Enquire via WhatsApp for details. **How do I book?** Online booking is available at https://hertscupping.co.uk/book-appointment/ — use the Amelia booking system to select your session and time. Alternatively, WhatsApp the clinic at https://wa.me/447466307267 to discuss your needs and book directly. **Where is the clinic?** 6B Treatment Rooms, 6B St Brelades Place, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL4 9RG. Free parking is available nearby. ## What Herts Cupping does not do The clinic does not diagnose medical conditions. It does not claim to cure or treat diagnosed illness. Hijama, cupping and massage are used to support muscular recovery, tension relief and general wellbeing. Clients with serious, unexplained or worsening symptoms are advised to seek medical attention first.