A traditional therapy, delivered carefully
Hijama, also known as wet cupping, is a traditional therapy that’s grown in popularity in recent years. At Next Phase Injury Therapy in Yagoona, it’s offered in a clean, considered clinical setting by our qualified practitioners, with a clear process from start to finish.
What a session involves
Your practitioner will first talk through your health history and what you’re hoping to get from the session, since hijama isn’t suitable for everyone in every circumstance. The process itself generally involves:
- Applying cups to specific areas of the skin to create gentle suction
- Making small, superficial skin incisions in the cupped area
- Reapplying suction briefly to draw a small amount of blood to the surface
- Cleaning and covering the area at the end of the session
The entire process is performed using single-use, sterile equipment, in line with NSW Health’s skin penetration guidelines and proper infection control standards.
What people generally feel
Most people describe the suction sensation as a firm pulling feeling rather than sharp pain, and the small incisions are typically described as a light scratching sensation. Everyone’s experience varies, and your practitioner will check in with you throughout.
Quick tip
Eat a light meal before your appointment and avoid arriving dehydrated, as this can help you feel more comfortable during and after your session.
What to expect afterwards
It’s normal to see small marks or mild bruising at the treated sites, which generally fade over one to two weeks. Your practitioner will give you clear aftercare guidance to support healing, including how to care for the skin over the following day or two.
Hijama is a considered, traditional therapy — not a substitute for medical treatment of illness or disease.
Is it right for you?
Hijama isn’t suitable for everyone — certain health conditions, medications and circumstances mean it may not be appropriate. This is why an honest conversation about your health history happens before any treatment, so our team can advise whether it’s a safe option for you.
Hygiene and safety standards
Our clinic follows strict infection control standards for hijama, using single-use, sterile equipment for every client and following proper clinical hygiene protocols throughout the session. If you have any questions about our hygiene practices, our team is always happy to explain them in detail.
Before your session, your practitioner will also ask about relevant health conditions and medications, since certain circumstances mean hijama may not be appropriate or may need to be approached differently.
First-time nerves are normal
If you’re trying hijama for the first time, it’s completely normal to feel a little nervous. Your practitioner will explain each step as they go and check in with you throughout, so you always know what to expect next.
Talking to our team beforehand
If you have any questions before booking — about the process, hygiene standards, or whether it’s right for you — our team is happy to have that conversation over the phone before you commit to an appointment.
Information on this page is general in nature and is not a substitute for individualised advice from a qualified practitioner. Please discuss your health history with our team before booking.
Information on this page is general in nature and is not a substitute for individualised advice from a registered health practitioner. Our practitioners are registered with AHPRA.