Hijama bloodletting - what is it, the benefits and harms of the method

Hijama is an ancient healing method associated with bleeding. It is not surprising that the term bloodletting is used as a synonym.

Interest in the hijama bloodletting procedure has only increased recently. Today our portal about vacuum massage Medbanki will tell you what it is, what the history of the method is and how best to use hijama.

The health of the body largely depends on blood supply, because blood delivers nutrients and oxygen to tissues, promoting regeneration, cleansing of poisons and renewal . Today, folk healing methods that also affect the circulatory system are gaining popularity again.

Hirudotherapy, vacuum cupping massage and hijama, the history of which goes back to the deep past, improves blood circulation.

History of the method

The first mention of bloodletting dates back to 1550 BC . In the oldest textbook on medicine, the Egyptians wrote about this method, so traditionally hijama is considered an Arabic folk method of treatment .

Al-Razi, Avicenna and other famous representatives of medicine of ancient times wrote about bloodletting. The method very quickly gained recognition all over the world, and now its relevance has not diminished at all.

In Muslim society, hijama is held in special esteem . It is considered an ancient prophetic practice, so it is seen not only with a healing, but also a religious meaning. The fact is that Muslims find a call for this method in 28 hadiths - reliable legends about the life of the Prophet Muhammad .

In Islamic areas of Bangladesh, Hijama was called "Shinga", but was practiced mainly in rural areas. The attitude of Muslims towards this technology is ambiguous. Some call it the authentic Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad, while others associate the technique with witchcraft, for which Allah punishes without hesitation.

Bloodletting as a healing method was used in Europe, China and Arab countries, but today it is recognized throughout the world. Hijama is experiencing a renaissance, with famous personalities being treated using this practice, and special centers and clinics offering therapy are appearing in Western countries.

Various companies and practitioners use this method in Malaysia, the Middle East, Turkey, USA, UK, Russia.

Khabib Nurmagomedov uses hijama

During hijama, auxiliary tools are used, and the main one is jars. By the way, vacuum therapy can be used at home. Since the method originated in Muslim countries, special terms are used in this type of medical art:

Hajam is a person who provides treatment.
Bazgh - applying small wounds-incisions to the skin to achieve maximum effectiveness.
Mikhjam is a tool used to make cuts.
The procedure is now called phlebotomy.

Kinds

Dry hijama. The procedure is carried out without making any incisions on the skin.
Massage room. Similar to the first method, but also adds olive or black seed oil to make the jars slide easier.
Bleeding. The oldest type of this procedure. The vessels are installed on specific areas of the body that have different functions for the body.
Herbal. The herbal decoction or tincture is poured into a jar and applied to the skin.
Water. The most ineffective type of hijama. Warm water is poured into the jar, the cotton wool is set on fire and the jar quickly sticks to the skin, ideally, without spilling a single drop.

What are the benefits of hijama?

Of all the liquid biological media of the body, blood is the most important, because it supplies cells and tissues with oxygen, nutrients, minerals, and vitamins. In addition, it transports hormones and removes metabolic products - a kind of waste in the body .

Blood has an unpleasant property - to stagnate. Due to vascular diseases, their narrowing, pinching of blood vessels by organs and bones (vertebral artery syndrome, pregnancy), varicose veins, high levels of sugar and “bad” cholesterol, a sedentary lifestyle and poor nutrition, blood stagnation occurs, which leads to premature blood loss. aging, hypoxia and “starvation” of cells.

That part of the blood that is not used and is stored in special reservoirs until needed (bleeding, injury, oxygen starvation) does not provide any health benefits. This blood can be considered dirty, so it needs to be renewed from time to time.

During the procedure, a certain amount of stagnant blood is removed from the body, and internal mechanisms trigger the formation of new, complete blood, which is rich in enzymes and oxygen.

Operating principle

The body has a special hematopoietic system. Its main mechanism is the formation of blood cells in the bone marrow. When some of the blood is drained out naturally or artificially, as in hijama, the reservoir receives a signal to restore the missing blood.

the renewal of blood is not felt by a person, but there is an improvement in well-being, healing and recovery. It turns out that hijama acts as a trainer for the circulatory system, cleanses the body and renews it.

Hijama is used for preventive and therapeutic purposes.

Indications

The list of diseases in the fight against which bloodletting is effective is extensive. This healing method is used for the treatment and prevention of gynecological disorders, diseases of the cardiovascular system, problems with the musculoskeletal and muscular system, ENT diseases, various infections and inflammations. The procedure is also often used in sports and even for weight loss.

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Incomplete list of pathologies. What does hijama treat?

radiculitis;
gastritis, stomach and duodenal ulcers;
headache, migraine;
pharyngitis;
osteochondrosis;
seizures and epilepsy;
hearing loss;
conjunctivitis;
paresthesia;
shingles;
hypertension;
asthenia;
atherosclerosis;
allergy;
amenorrhea;
diseases of the liver, kidneys, gall bladder;
varicose veins;
toothache;
elevated body temperature due to acute respiratory infections;
fever;
meningitis;
initial bleeding;
rhinitis;
sepsis;
digestive disorders;
neuritis;
sleep disorders and depression;
rheumatoid arthritis;
haemorrhoids;
rheumatism, gout;
prostatitis and impotence;
lymphangioma, lymphangitis;
fistulas;
stroke;
joint problems.

Depending on the diagnosis, the appropriate type of hijama is selected: Tibetan, Chinese or Islamic methods.

Contraindications

Diseases and conditions for which this method is contraindicated:

decreased hemoglobin level;
hypotension;
anemia and leukemia;
thrombosis;
oncological diseases;
reduced number of blood cells (erythrocytes and platelets);
severe form of heart disease (exception - concomitant heart failure);
pregnancy and lactation, as well as 40 days of the postpartum period;
severe form of atherosclerosis;
age less than 20 and more than 70 years;
severe mental disorders;
low hematocrit.

These features are absolute contraindications. In addition to them, a special group consists of relative or temporary contraindications:

severe post-operative or post-traumatic period (except for cases where hijama is indicated for accelerated recovery);
situations of serious blood loss;
recent acute respiratory infection or flu (at least 14 days must pass from the moment of recovery);
any types of intoxication;
menstruation and the first 7 days after it.

Before scheduling a person for a session, professionals may require examinations (a complete blood count) and provide a medical record, as well as other diagnostic results, depending on the indications. For example, for cervical osteochondrosis, a specialist may need an MRI result of the cervical spine.

Cosmetic hijama

There is a wide demand for this procedure among girls and young people who are puzzled by the condition of their skin and appearance in general. Here hijama is used for cosmetic purposes to maintain health and beauty.

Cosmetic aspect

The method is effective for the following problems:

acne;
acne;
boils;
swelling;
skin pigmentation;
cellulite;
excess weight;
stretch marks;
skin irregularities (scars, scars);
lack of collagen and elastin;
disturbances in the functioning of the sebaceous glands;
wrinkles;
loose skin.

Cosmetic hijama for women is a salvation when the need arises for:

smoothing the skin;
renewal of blood fluid;
restoration of the dermal matrix;
activation of the production of hyaluron, collagen and elastin;
destruction of melanin;
getting rid of age spots.

The effect is visible after the first session, but as a result of the course of treatment, which is selected individually in accordance with the initial condition, you can achieve weight loss and complete renewal of the skin of the face and body.

Advantages and disadvantages of the method

Maximum effectiveness is achieved when treatment is performed using Islamic or Chinese techniques . Violation of the integrity of the skin leads to drip bleeding, as a result of which stagnant blood leaves the body and hemostasis is activated.

Drip bleeding

After just 3 seconds the following happens:

blood vessels become clogged;
nerve endings become irritated;
the signal is sent to the spinal cord;
nerve impulses travel to the tissues of this area;
new blood begins to fill empty reservoirs and vessels.

Chinese, Islamic and Tibetan hijamas help to get rid of “bad” blood with a large accumulation of toxins. European technology cannot boast of such an effect. When performing the procedure using this technique, only part of the blood is removed out. This is why negative results more often occur with European hijama:

the immune system is temporarily weakened;
the volume of oxygen supplied decreases.

Harm from bloodletting can occur in several cases associated with ignoring contraindications, low qualifications of a specialist, improper training and technique, and unsanitary conditions. The procedure will be useless or dangerous if the technician does not know the location of the biologically active points.

Classifications and types of hijama

Types and subtypes:

According to the method of execution: dry and wet .
By area of influence: general and local .
According to the specifics of execution: Islamic, Tibetan, Chinese and European .
By type of bleeding: capillary, venous and large venous .

Dry hijama is performed without prior piercing or incision of the skin . Jars are placed on the area treated with massage oil to create a vacuum. This technique is known as vacuum cupping .

In wet hijama, incisions or punctures are made using a special needle to cause capillary bleeding . then pumped out using vacuum cups . In this sense, hirudotherapy also refers to bloodletting.

Installation of vacuum cans

The general type of bloodletting involves placing cups on the entire body. This method is used to prevent or treat vascular diseases.

, individual areas of the body are exposed . For example, with osteochondrosis there is a need to install cups only on the back, with varicose veins - only on the legs .

Chinese bloodletting

This is a traditional Chinese non-drug method of treatment and prevention, which is developed in accordance with the standards of ancient Chinese medicine. The method is similar to acupuncture, since the process affects points that it is desirable to activate or weaken.

With the Chinese bloodletting technique, small incisions are made on the skin - strictly in the places where the capillaries are located. The goal is to activate capillary bleeding.

During the session, blood loss is so insignificant that the risk of bleeding or complications from the circulatory system is minimized.

Tibetan bloodletting

It has much in common with Chinese, but also has characteristic features.

First, the technician induces venous bleeding by making an incision in the wall of the selected vein.
Secondly, the points of influence in this case are located in different parts of the veins, and not on the meridians along which the qi energy flows (as the Chinese think).
The rest of the procedure is carried out in a similar way: cups are installed that suck out the stagnant blood.

Islamic bloodletting

If you go deeper into history, it can be called hijama. During the session, the doctor makes small incisions at certain points and always uses cups. This is the main difference between the Islamic technique and the Chinese, in which sometimes the blood is squeezed out manually, without resorting to the use of medical cups.

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Another difference between hijama and Chinese and Tibetan techniques is the lack of a theoretical basis. Muslims never seek scientific confirmation of what the Prophet said. They do not talk about any energy, clusters of nerve endings, but simply place the jars on certain points. For this reason, Islamic bloodletting does not require special indications. For any diagnosis, a specialist can select any points without making logical connections between the location of the point and its connection with the internal organs.

European bloodletting

It reached the peak of its popularity in the Middle Ages, but has now lost its relevance due to low efficiency. Now this method is used only in cases where more modern methods do not lead to the desired result.

In European phlebotomy, an incision is made into a large vein, resulting in large blood loss. The method can be compared with modern blood donation from the cubital vein .

Use of the method in the Middle Ages

Classification according to the last sign (type of bleeding) is closely related to the type of bloodletting:

Capillary bleeding is characteristic of Chinese and Islamic bloodletting;
Minor venous bleeding - for Tibetan;
Large venous - for European.

Purifying the blood

How this procedure was called in the media - “dry cleaning”, “laundry”, and “the path to eternal youth”... The peak of its popularity occurred in the early to mid-nineties. When disposable consumables turned out to be more accessible, and from the category of procedures, or, as they say in some places, operations, at the resuscitation level, it moved into the category of therapeutic, everyday, used, often “to the heap,” “just in case.” What are we talking about? Yes, about blood purification, or rather, about its main method - plasmapheresis. Of all those now known, this is the very first, after bloodletting. The first work on plasmapheresis appeared back in 1908 in Germany, then research expanded, but due to a number of technical difficulties, the plasmapheresis procedure was classified as a surgical operation for a long time. This technique received the general name “Gravity blood surgery”, and its place of implementation was equated to surgical operating rooms. Still, blood is a serious matter. With the advent of disposable plastic containers (gemakon), systems for intravenous infusions, as well as non-bulky centrifuges, the procedure became therapeutic and began to be used much more widely (the list of diseases for which plasmapheresis is indicated includes approximately 200 nosologies). If until the 70s, plasmapheresis as a therapeutic technique was more related to research procedures, then by the 80s and 90s it firmly took its place among the most important methods of influencing homeostasis and blood parameters. With the transition of this procedure to the category of routine, researchers have cooled down on plasmapheresis, because the method requires premises, equipment, consumables, and mandatory examination before starting treatment.

Benefits for humans

Any bleeding is stress for the body, but in this case it is useful. During hijama, old blood containing toxic substances leaves the body. microcirculation and lymph flow improves in tissues, cells receive nutrients and oxygen.

Nerve endings are freed from excess pressure, which was exerted by various accumulations of blood and swelling, so false impulses are no longer sent to the brain.

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Clinical picture of changes:

The blood thins out.
The risk of blood clots is reduced.
Blood microcirculation improves, congestion disappears.
Inflammatory processes stop.
Pain and tension in the muscles disappear.
Immunity is strengthened.
Fat deposits are broken down.
Atherosclerotic plaques are broken down.
Blood glucose levels are normalized.
Swelling disappears.
An antiallergic effect appears.
Blood pressure decreases.
Lymphatic drainage occurs.

The benefits of European bloodletting are much lower, since activation of local regulatory systems does not occur . It is advisable to use this technique only if there is a threat to life due to the large volume of circulating blood (during hypertensive crisis, pulmonary edema, etc.).

Unraveling the mystery of plasmapheresis

Currently, plasmapheresis is divided into Membrane and Centrifugal. In the first, the blood is pressed through a filter, and the plasma is separated from the formed elements and collected in a separate reservoir. In the second, the blood is subjected to gravitational influence at high speeds, the cells settle to the bottom, and the plasma remains on top and is removed. At first glance it seems very similar. But this is only at first glance. Membrane filters require constant mixing of anti-clotting drugs and saline solution into the blood. It turns out that up to a quarter or even a third of the volume of the squeezed plasma is made up of them; in addition, the membrane has an unimportant effect on the wall of the red blood cell, and after that, instead of working, carrying oxygen, it is regarded by the body as damaged and sent “to the cemetery” in spleen This does not happen with centrifugal plasmapheresis. Separation occurs under the influence of gravity - the plasma completely corresponds to the plasma in the body, and red blood cells tolerate such influence easily.

How to do hijama?

The procedure does not take much time and does not require regular frequent repetitions. From the patient’s arrival at the center to the end of the procedure, usually no more than 40-60 minutes pass, taking into account all preparatory measures.

The course of treatment is determined by a specialist based on the diagnosis , taking into account the chosen technique and the area of the treated area. As a rule, 3-5 sessions 1-2 times a week are enough to improve your health.

To prevent and prevent relapses, the course of treatment should be carried out 2-3 times a year.

What kits are used?

Practice is carried out only in special clinics and centers where the necessary instruments are available and sterile conditions are observed . In addition, the technician can only be a trained specialist who will not make mistakes either in the methodology or in determining the points.

Set for medical practice

The standard kit includes rubber gloves, antiseptic, sterile paper wipes and bandages. The two main tools are special jars and devices for puncturing (cutting) the skin.

Surgical scalpel with replaceable blades

The latter include:

thick needles;
triangular needles;
triangular knife-hanuur in the form of a pike;
scarifier type lancet;
Hanuur hatchet (only for the Tibetan type).

Ancient and modern devices with needles
After performing the procedure of punctures or incisions, there is a need to install blood-sucking cups. Most often, a special set of cylindrical plastic vessels with a device for pumping air from above is used . Typically, experts opt for cans of Chinese or Korean origin.

If such a set is not available, ordinary glass jars may be suitable. The difficulty of their use lies in the need to pre-burn out the air using cotton wool soaked in alcohol.

Features of the procedure

A woman performs a procedure on a woman, a man on a man.
Favorable days for hijama: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, unfavorable day - Wednesday.
Hijama should be performed on the 17th, 19th and 21st of every month.
This method of treatment is carried out only on an empty stomach.

Hijama is especially successful on auspicious days

What should you do before bloodletting?

Hijama does not require any special preparation, but Muslims insist that the method is effective only if the rules are followed:

The patient must set himself up for success : a skeptical attitude reduces the effectiveness of any method.
It is necessary to make sure that the specialist has the proper arsenal of skills and abilities, has experience and appropriate education.
The last meal is allowed no later than 3 hours before the procedure.
Shortly before bloodletting, you can drink water or natural fruit juices.
The doctor should be warned about the presence of all existing chronic diseases , recent allergies, acute respiratory infections and infections. It is especially important to report HIV, hepatitis, syphilis and other infections that require special precautions.

Scheme of points on the body for the procedure

The areas where the banks are installed are located exactly where energy accumulates. Not many people know, but energy flows are located along the meridians. These channels can become clogged and, as a result, health will deteriorate. Pressing on certain points may cause pain.

Since ancient times, China has used massage of these points and areas to stimulate the proper functioning of energy flows. There is a certain “tsun” method - it is thanks to it that you can calculate the necessary points. Unfortunately, this procedure is quite complex and time-consuming. But since hijama jars are quite large in size, it is more likely to hit the right spot.

How often can this procedure be done?

It is best to initially conduct a course of detox and boost immunity. Since this method is used for both prevention and treatment, hijama should be used no more than 2-4 times a year, if health is good. If there are serious diseases, then the procedure should be performed more often.

Different techniques for certain diseases

Chinese technology is used for:

Acne;
Gastrointestinal disorders;
Hearing loss;
Conjunctivitis;
Epilepsy;
Convulsions;
Asthenia;
Hypertension;
Migraines, etc.

Islamic methodology is effective for:

Varicose veins;
Allergies;
Prostatitis;
Do not lie;
Insomnia;
Hemorrhoids;
Impotence;
Depression, etc.

There is also the Tibetan system, which is very similar to the Chinese one. A small incision in the vein activates the hemostasis system. This technique is appropriate when:

Edema;
Lymphangioma;
Infectious lesions;
Wounds or injuries;
Gout.

For stroke, European bloodletting is often used when there is intolerance to certain medications. This method eliminates death and pathology.

What tools are used for hijama?

Different techniques use different devices. Either needles or small blade-like knives are used to make the cut. For the Tibetan system, a special hatchet is used - hanuur, similar to a razor.

Jars for the procedure are cylindrical in shape. They are made of plastic and have a diameter of 2-7 cm. A special pump is also needed, which pumps out the air from the jars. All instruments are sold at the pharmacy.

How is the procedure performed?

Chinese

The impact occurs in two ways using traditional instruments made in China or Mongolia:

drip bloodletting using a triangular needle;
cupping using a lancet and further installation of blood-sucking cups.

The technique of capillary Chinese bloodletting begins with sterilization of the instrument. The patient takes a comfortable position, which is determined in accordance with the area of influence, the doctor presses the index finger of his left hand on the skin in the area of the point and makes a puncture with a quick movement. The needle is taken in the right hand.

The puncture depth does not exceed 1-2 mm. Then the doctor gently massages the puncture site so that droplets of blood appear on the surface of the skin. In the same way, the master treats all suitable points, waits for blood clots to form and applies an antiseptic solution to the wounds. This ends the session.

The patient needs to lie down in a relaxed state for 15 minutes, then you can begin your normal activities, avoiding eating heavy foods and strenuous physical activity.

The cupping technique is carried out according to a similar scheme with some differences:

the puncture depth can reach 2-3 mm, with a large amount of subcutaneous tissue - 4-5 mm;
after the puncture, the skin is lubricated with vegetable oil to install blood-sucking cups;
the jars are placed over the punctures, and the skin is absorbed into them by 1-3 cm;
the cups are kept on the patient’s skin until blood stops flowing;
rest time after hijama increases to 20 minutes.

After removing the cups, the doctor should apply a sterile bandage to the injured area.

Tibetan

Tibetan bloodletting is carried out after a number of preparatory procedures:

You must first drink a decoction of medicinal herbs;
the best time for hijama according to the Tibetan method is before 12 noon;
The skin should be pre-washed with warm water.

The skin at the incision site is treated with an antiseptic. The vessel that will be exposed is selected in advance. A tourniquet is applied just above the incision site, then the doctor slowly squeezes it until a feeling of numbness appears. The skin is carefully rubbed and cut with a hanuur hatchet.

When bleeding starts, the tourniquet is not loosened. The doctor carefully monitors the flowing blood and waits for the bleeding to stop. Typically, 30-50 ml of blood comes out during manipulation.

The danger is a situation in which thick, oily blood flows out. This means the procedure must be stopped.

The final stages of the procedure are removing the tourniquet, massaging the wound, treating the incision site with an antiseptic, applying a cold object and fixing it. Rest time is 15-20 minutes.

Islamic

The instruments are first sterilized, and the skin is treated with warm soapy water and an antiseptic. The patient takes a comfortable position.

Blades

The procedure itself is carried out in three stages:

installation of cups to bring blood to the skin;
making lancet incisions 2-3 mm deep and 3-4 mm long;
re-insertion of blood cups.

After the bleeding has stopped, the cups are removed, the skin is treated with an antiseptic and a sterile bandage is applied.

Islamic method

The method of European bloodletting is no different from taking blood from a vein, so there is no point in describing it in detail.

Therapeutic blood donation - bloodletting: benefits and harms

What is therapeutic blood donation from a vein, or bloodletting - a useful procedure or quackery? Let's find out.

I’ll warn you right away: I don’t do bloodletting. But I know quite a lot about therapeutic blood donation, and I will share my knowledge in this article. We will talk about the benefits and harms of bloodletting, indications and contraindications for this procedure.

First, let's try to take a closer look at the effect of donating blood, or bloodletting, on the body from the point of view of pure science - from the point of view of physiology. We will rely exclusively on scientific research data. And on the results obtained by reputable scientists in serious scientific laboratories. We will not take into account idle speculation and opinions of various traditional healers.

So. Blood during phlebotomy (blood donation) is usually drained through a vein. Removal of a certain amount of venous blood from the bloodstream entails a rapid drop in venous pressure: by 10–20% of the initial value.

And this, in turn, leads to an increase in the difference between venous and arterial pressure. And to an increase in the difference between the pressure in the right atrium and the left ventricle of the heart. As a result, the force of heart contractions increases. Increasing heart contractions, in turn, eliminates cardiovascular failure!

In addition, following a decrease in venous pressure, a decrease in blood pressure automatically occurs after a few minutes.

In healthy people, blood pressure usually decreases by 8–10 units (that is, 8–10 mmHg). And remains reduced for 2–8 hours. After which the blood pressure returns to its original value.

But in hypertensive patients, high blood pressure often decreases much more - by 20-30 percent! Please note - the higher the pressure was before bloodletting, the more it usually decreases after the procedure! Often it is possible to get simply amazing results. If it was, say, 200/120, it may drop to 140/90. It was 160/90 - we get 130/80.

Moreover, the effect of bloodletting can be very long - from two weeks to several months. Especially with the essential form of hypertension. But with hypertension resulting from hyperfunction of the adrenal glands, or appearing against the background of an extremely severe degree of atherosclerosis, the effect of bloodletting, unfortunately, can be short-lived (only 2-4 hours).

Bloodletting not only reduces blood pressure. After removing a certain amount of blood from the body, hydremia inevitably occurs - blood thinning.

The explanation for blood thinning is very simple. After any blood loss, the body tries to immediately restore the previous, “usual” volume of circulating fluid. That is, the body is trying to restore the previous amount of blood in the bloodstream - even at the expense of the blood becoming more liquid.

What is the fastest way to replenish fluid loss? Water. But where can you get water so quickly? - From the cells and tissues of the body itself!

Immediately after bloodletting, water begins to flow into the blood from various cells of our body. And here's what's interesting. When this water enters the blood, it drags with it (out of the cells) intracellular breakdown products and intracellular toxins. That is, along with this water, harmful substances are washed out of the cells. The cells of the body are cleansed and rejuvenated!

The cells have been cleaned - this is good. But toxins from the cells have gone into the blood - at first glance this is bad. However, intracellular toxins, along with the bloodstream, pass through the kidneys, are filtered into them, and are eliminated from the body on the same day.

American professor Bauer proved that immediately after bloodletting, the kidneys are better able to remove excess nitrogen, metabolic waste products, excess cholesterol and uric acid from the body! On the very first day after the procedure, the efficiency of removing these harmful substances from our body increases by 30–40%.

In addition, scientists have proven that blood viscosity after bloodletting decreases by 20–30%.

Bloodletting has a direct effect on the hematopoietic organs. After bloodletting, a large number of young red blood cells enter the blood from the bone marrow.

All this leads to improved well-being of the patient. Hypertensive patients and heart patients after bloodletting, as a rule, note a number of favorable sensations: their headaches and the feeling of pressure in the head disappear or decrease, and the feeling of pressure behind the sternum decreases. Blood flow to the extremities increases, numbness in the arms or legs decreases. There is a general feeling of vigor and freshness.

Please note: in women of childbearing age, natural blood loss occurs regularly, once a month - on the so-called “women’s days”. Therefore, young women do not need bloodletting. Moreover, they have high blood pressure very rarely (precisely because of regular women’s days).

But regular bloodletting is useful for older women who have already stopped natural monthly bleeding. That is, women who have entered menopause. And men over 25 years old (but especially men over 40 years old).

Question. Who should absolutely not undergo bloodletting?

Good question. And it requires a detailed answer. Here he is:

Contraindications to bloodletting:

1. Low hemoglobin, a decrease in the number of platelets and red blood cells in the blood (determined by a clinical blood test taken from a finger). 2. Low hematocrit (this is also determined by a clinical blood test). 3. Hypotension, that is, low blood pressure. 4. Severe advanced atherosclerosis, in which the elasticity of blood vessels is lost (the ability of the vessels to contract and expand is lost). 5. Severe heart defects - except in cases where they are complicated by cardiovascular insufficiency. In case of cardiovascular failure, bloodletting, on the contrary, is useful. 6. Asthenic condition after a recent serious illness. 7. Open injuries. 8. Pregnancy, except in cases of eclampsia - in case of eclampsia, on the contrary, bloodletting can bring significant benefits. 9. Bloodletting is contraindicated for people over 70 years of age, frail people of any age, children and young people under 20 years of age. 10. Bloodletting is contraindicated for people suffering from severe mental illness.

Temporary contraindications to bloodletting:

1. Bloodletting should not be done to women directly on their critical days, as well as in the first week after their end. 2. You cannot do bloodletting immediately after the flu, sore throat or severe cold - after the end of the illness, at least 2 weeks must pass before the procedure. 3. Bloodletting should not be done immediately after a serious injury or after surgery on internal organs, especially if the injury or operation was associated with blood loss. You must wait at least 3 weeks.

Now let's move on to practical issues. How exactly do you bleed yourself? Who can you get to work as your “personal vampire”? We have several options.

Firstly, you can become a donor and donate blood at some donor point. In this way, you will not only help yourself, but you will also help some stranger who is in trouble and needs your donated blood.

On top of that, at the donor center they will take tests for free to find out whether your blood is suitable for transfusion or not. Free analysis is also good. It won't hurt anyone to check their health once again.

However, not every one of us will be accepted as a donor. Some will be “rejected” due to health reasons, and others due to age.

Well, in this case, we can contact those commercial clinics that practice therapeutic bloodletting. But there is a better and cheaper way. For little money, you can arrange with some nurse you know, or with a nurse from a clinic, so that she can take blood from a vein. Gram 100–200. And then she just poured it, let’s say, down the sink.

What is 100 grams (ml) of your blood? This is quite a bit - a fifth of one donor norm. But it is quite enough to improve blood pressure. You just need to follow certain rules:

Basic rules for therapeutic blood donation

On the day before bloodletting, try not to drink alcohol. It is advisable to carry out bloodletting on an empty stomach; the time of day does not matter.

The atmosphere during bloodletting should be relaxed and calm. You cannot carry out the procedure “on the run”.

If bloodletting is carried out through a vein on the elbow, then before the puncture the arm is pulled with a tourniquet above the elbow in the same way as with a regular intravenous injection.

The needle must be large enough in diameter so that the blood in it does not have time to clot during the procedure. A Dufault needle with a diameter of 1.5 mm is best suited for bloodletting.

Blood is collected in a pre-prepared graduated vessel, and if it is not available, in a vessel whose capacity is known to you.

The most important rule: blood must flow freely from the vein; its flow can neither be stimulated nor inhibited.

For the first time, it is better to release a very small amount of blood - 50 ml. Next time, about a month, the amount of blood released can be increased to 100 ml.

A month after the second bloodletting, if you tolerated the first two procedures well, you can release 200 ml of blood. And after another month or two - approximately 250-300 ml.

Attention! Sometimes during bloodletting the blood changes color from dark burgundy to scarlet. In this case, stop the procedure immediately, no matter how much blood has already been released.

After bloodletting, the needle is removed and the puncture site is clamped with a sterile cotton swab soaked in alcohol. A pressure bandage is applied on top.

Immediately after the procedure, you cannot “run errands.” It’s better to sit quietly for about 15–20 minutes, or even better, lie down. It is beneficial to drink a glass of slightly sweet tea. But you can eat no earlier than an hour later.

On this day and the next day, do not overload yourself either physically or emotionally. Avoid heavy foods and dairy products. Don't eat foods that are unfamiliar to you. In the coming days, try to drink more plain water (without gases). But try not to abuse coffee and packaged juices. It is advisable to abstain from alcohol after bloodletting for at least 2-3 days.

Attention! Bloodletting carried out according to all the rules, in addition to dizziness, can cause an unusual side effect - increased sensitivity to light may occur within 2-3 days. These days, try to spend less time in the sun and wear sunglasses.

Question. How often should I phlebotomize? — Bloodletting should be done no more than once a month. Or once every 2 months. After four to five bloodlettings, you need to take a break for recovery - at least three months. In total, no more than 6 bloodlettings can be done per year.

In earlier times, bloodletting was considered a secret science, knowledge was passed on from one person to another. There were certain traditions and rituals. For example, it was believed that bloodletting in women should be carried out through the left hand, and in men - through the right.

Very often, the choice of day for bloodletting was selected taking into account the lunar cycle (taking into account the phases of the moon). Most likely, there is a rational grain in this, since the moon influences the movement of water on our planet - it “guides” the ocean tides. And it also affects the movement of blood in the body, since blood is 90% water.

The moon also influences the human psyche. Everyone knows that during the full moon, mental illnesses worsen and the number of violent crimes increases.

In addition, as many surgeons know, even the simplest surgical operation performed on a full moon can be complicated by large blood loss or inflammation. That is why it is undesirable to do bloodletting during the full moon.

If we try to become familiar with the “secrets of our ancestors,” then from ancient textbooks we can learn that healers of the past tried to time the bloodletting procedure to coincide with the last quarter of the Moon. That is, by the time the moon wanes and its disk is visible at half or less than half. During this phase of the Moon, the highest tides occur in the oceans - and this is the period of natural cleansing of the body from toxins and liquids.

For reference. Many people do not know how to determine whether the Moon is waxing or already waning. This can be calculated in a very simple way.

If the crescent moon in the sky looks like the letter “C,” then it is the “Aging” moon, the “waning” moon. This is the last quarter when it is best to do bloodletting. If the lunar crescent is turned in the opposite direction, then by mentally placing a wand on it, you can get the letter “R” - “Waxing” moon, that is, this is the first quarter.

The waxing month is usually observed in the evening, and the aging month in the morning.

In this way, the phases of the moon are determined in our northern hemisphere. But it should be noted that near the equator the month is always visible “lying on its side”, and this “letter” method does not work there. And in the Southern Hemisphere, the crescent moon is visible in reverse: the waxing month (from new moon to full moon) looks like the letter “C”, and the waning month (from full moon to new moon) looks like the letter “P” without a wand.

By the way, the phases of the moon can now be calculated even easier. Go to Yandex, click “Weather” - “Details”, and in this section there is a Moon icon on the right. Point at it, and it will display in text whether the Moon is waxing or waning.

Summary: therapeutic blood donation, or bloodletting, is an excellent method of treating many diseases. Bloodletting is especially helpful in treating hypertension and reducing high cholesterol.

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Tips after the procedure

Once the patient has left the treatment room, hijama cannot be considered completed . At this moment, important renewal processes in the body begin; a good effect can be achieved by following certain rules:

It is better to refrain from eating for 2 hours after the manipulation.
It is recommended to quit smoking and drinking alcohol for 7-10 days.
Since the body is in a stressed and weakened state, it is necessary to provide it with peace and refuse physical activity and active housework. It's better to come home and go to bed.
You should not eat heavy foods on the day of the procedure, especially meat and dairy products. Eat cereals, fruits and vegetables.
It is advisable to protect yourself from stress and nervous tension: do not worry, do not watch the news, do not read.
Under no circumstances should you overcool or allow wounds to be exposed to wind (fan, air conditioner, draft).

after some time, adverse reactions may occur, such as a slight increase in temperature, dizziness, nausea and diarrhea. This is a normal physiological reaction associated with the activation of immune forces.

Are there differences in treatment for men and women?

Hijama is in demand among women because they are more careful and responsible about their health. However, the method helps everyone equally.

The method is in demand among women

There is an opinion that women do not need to have bloodletting because they bleed every month during menstruation . This opinion is erroneous, since menstrual blood has nothing to do with the general cleansing of blood vessels and reservoirs . In addition, bloodletting was previously indicated for infertility and it successfully solved this problem.

Recommended for the fair sex in the fight against the following conditions:

eye problems;
gynecological diseases;
intestinal colic;
stomach pathologies;
decreased immunity;
for the purpose of losing weight.

For men, hijama is indicated for prostatitis, male infertility, impotence, increased sperm viscosity, decreased libido, and work in hazardous industries.

Hijama points

With hijama, punctures and bloodletting occur at strictly defined points. There are a lot of them, and they are all indicated on a special atlas of points for hijama. One of the main points in Islamic methodology is called al-kahal. It is located at the center of the nerve endings that connect the brain to all other parts of the body.

Point 1 - al-kahal, points 43 and 44 - al-ahdayen (al-ahdayeen)

The second most important point is al-Ahdayen (al-Ahdayeen). It is located where blood supplies the brain - in a vein in the neck.

The point atlas has been used for thousands of years. Their location completely coincides with places where large amounts of energy accumulate . In China, massage and any other effects on the points were accompanied by pain and unpleasant sensations in one of the internal organs.

At the same time , searching for points in accordance with the location of energy meridians is a very complex and long process, and hijama according to the sunnah and the scheme are no less effective, but simpler.

Since there are so many points, they are classified into several groups depending on the disease. Each point can be treated either only with a dry or only with a wet method . In some cases this doesn't make any difference.

Where exactly were the incisions made, and in what cases?

“The Prophet Muhammad did bloodletting in the upper back between the shoulder blades and on the neck” [11];

Al-Bukhari's collection of hadiths states that “The Prophet used to let blood on his head [12]” [13]. Another hadith clarifies that this was done to alleviate the condition of a severe headache [14].

I think the words of Ibn Qayyim al-Jawziya will be useful here: “The Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings of God be upon him) performed bloodletting in different parts of the body. Everything depended on the circumstances, on necessity and need” [15].

Adverse reactions

Sometimes during or at the end of the session the patient begins to feel unwell. In this case, you should stop the procedure, although the causes of adverse reactions are usually not dangerous.

Weakness and a small amount of blood is usually associated with the patient’s strong fear or a large amount of waste and toxins.
Elevated temperature after the procedure is a favorable symptom. This means that the body has turned on its defenses.
A wet cough means that all harmful substances are leaving the body.
Loss of consciousness is a common occurrence and is also associated with the activation of immune forces.
An exacerbation of the disease for which a person is being treated means that recovery from it has begun.

Oddly enough, if a person does not feel any changes, is still cheerful and full of strength, this is a bad signal. It means that the specialist has incorrectly identified the points and the body does not react to the procedure in any way.

Interesting Facts

Reviews about this method are also given by representatives of official medicine - doctors who know the results of laboratory studies of hijama.

The composition of the discharge differs from the norm

The blood removed during the bloodletting was sent for laboratory analysis, which showed that the number of red blood cells in it was not normal.
Hijama improves liver function. The test involved a patient diagnosed with stage 1 liver cirrhosis. The course of treatment helped to completely get rid of the disease.
One of the patients showed changes after several bloodletting sessions, namely: decreased blood sugar levels, normalized cholesterol levels and decreased triglyceride concentrations.
In Europe, an experiment was conducted on rats: the animals were injected with a lethal dose of strong poison, then immediately bloodletted. All rats remained alive.
In the 18th century, scientist Zihni Kiraly also conducted an experiment with rats. He injected the animals with strychnine, placed dry jars and discovered that the animals were alive. As soon as the cans were removed, the rats died. A similar experiment with wet jars saved the lives of all experimental rodents.

Research on hijama by official medicine

Today, hijama is used for rejuvenation, against acne, and in the treatment of many diseases, but the question of what the technique helps with has not been resolved on its own. The benefits have been established through numerous studies.

One of the large-scale studies was carried out by scientists from the University of Damascus. The results of the experiment were evaluated by a commission consisting of 15 people. After hijama, each participant in the experiment had a decrease in blood glucose levels, an increase in the concentration of red blood cells, and a decrease in the amount of cholesterol.

French professor Luc Contel examined in the laboratory the blood of patients who underwent the procedure and other people. The results showed that in those who underwent a course of bloodletting, leukocytes produced substances responsible for immunity much more actively.

Tablets or plasmapheresis? The choice is yours!

These conditions have pushed plasmapheresis slightly towards exotic techniques that are too complex for outpatient clinics or small clinics. And the constant fuss of drug manufacturers and dealers around efferent methods (blood secretion and its external modification) as little tested (and this is for 100 years), as expensive and complex, as well as active work with doctors to promote drugs on the medical market, have noticeably weakened interest to plasmapheresis. Why, such a factor as a reliable, statistically proven by a number of early studies, reduction in the consumption of drugs in the treatment of serious diseases, like a red mantle, irritates the manufacturers of hormonal drugs. Why do they need such a competitor? Therefore, ambiguous works periodically appear in the medical press, hinting at the dubiousness of the plasmapheresis method in therapy. The goal is simple - to discourage practitioners from even the shadow of a thought about using plasmapheresis in the treatment of a particular disease where it is necessary to use corticosteroids, for example, atopic dermatitis, bronchial asthma, scleroderma, lupus. After all, it is obvious that a reduction by a third in the consumption of prednisolone by patients will primarily affect the income of pharmacists-manufacturers and sellers. And the fact that patients’ bones are destroyed, Cushing’s syndrome (obesity) and stomach ulcers develop cannot but rejoice - after all, the volume of drugs consumed is not decreasing, but increasing.

Results

We realized that this is an old, but still relevant and effective, traditional method of treatment and healing using tools - needles or a knife, as well as cans.

Placing cans on a spatula

During the session, the patient is in a relaxed state and does not experience any painful sensations. The procedure must be performed by a hajjam, since the impact must be carried out on special points.

Indications for bloodletting (hijama, phlebotomy) are a huge number of diseases and skin defects, which is important for cosmetic hijama. The technique can be performed on people from 20 to 70 years old, provided there are no contraindications.

Hijama allows you to cope with sleep disorders, neuroses, diseases of all organs and systems. There are stories, which, however, do not have documentary evidence, that bloodletting helped cure even incurable or very serious conditions (infertility, oncology).

The procedure takes only a few minutes. For maximum effect, 1-2 repetitions per week for 1-2 months are enough . If necessary, the frequency and duration of treatment is always determined by a specialist.

Cans work wonders in the hands of a professional, so they can be installed in any area. So, popular: hijama on the face, head and delicate mucous membranes.

The body must respond with changes: nausea, weakness, fever. If your health has not changed, most likely the doctor identified the points incorrectly and the body did not receive any benefit.

The result of hijama on the head, video

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The effectiveness of hijama has been confirmed by numerous experiments and experiences, so the reviews from doctors about this procedure are extremely positive.

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