Contraindications for Cupping Therapy (Hijama)
Relative Contraindications:
These are conditions where cupping can be performed, but only under special conditions, with extreme caution, and after a thorough assessment of the health status. (In these cases, medical tests must be conducted before the session to ensure safety):
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Mild or moderate anemia.
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Severely low or unstable blood pressure.
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Irregular diabetes (provided it is not extremely high).
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Cases where blood thinners were not stopped for at least 12 hours (each case must be evaluated individually).
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Pregnancy.
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General weakness, extreme fatigue on the day of the session, or immediately after intense exercise.
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Following recent surgical procedures.
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Presence of mild skin inflammation or minor allergies in areas outside the cupping sites.
Absolute Contraindications:
These are conditions where cupping is strictly prohibited due to confirmed health risks:
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Very severe anemia.
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Acute hypotension (severe drop in blood pressure).
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Shock, severe dehydration, or acute collapse.
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Severe bleeding disorders (such as Hemophilia).
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Use of strong blood thinners or anticoagulants (such as high doses of Warfarin) or having a high INR level.
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Active cancerous tumors.
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Advanced kidney failure or acute liver failure.
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Viral Hepatitis (A, B, or C).
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Presence of severe infections, boils, or open wounds in the cupping areas.
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Pregnancy (in certain stages or specific types of cupping).
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Acute skin infections at the cupping sites.
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Very shortly after major surgical operations.
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High fever, acute infection, or active contagious diseases.
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Heart patients with severe arrhythmia (irregular heartbeat) or acute heart failure.
