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Moving Cupping: An Effective Therapy for Facial Puffiness

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  Facial puffiness is the buildup of fluid in the tissues of the face. Facial puffiness refers to facial swelling or bloating, usually caused by fluid retention, inflammation, or poor circulation. It can occur in specific areas like the eyes, cheeks, and jawline or affect the entire face. Swelling of the face can be minor or severe. It’s generally nothing to worry about if you wake up with a little puffiness that goes away in a few hours. However, persistent face swelling over time may indicate other health conditions. Common Symptoms of Facial Puffiness: Swollen or bloated appearance Puffiness around the eyes A feeling of heaviness or tightness in the face Indentations when pressing on the swollen area Skin appears stretched or shiny due to excess fluid freepik.com Causes of Facial Puffiness: Fluid Retention (Edema):  Caused by dehydration, high salt intake, or hormonal changes. Poor Sleep:  Lack of sleep can lead to face puffiness, especially around the eyes. Allergies ...
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In Which Conditions Hijama/Wet Cupping Therapy Should Be Avoided?

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  Hijama/wet cupping therapy has countless benefits but there are some specific conditions in which it should be avoided. Hijama cupping therapy is a traditional alternative medical treatment practiced in different cultures. The ancient Egyptians, Chinese culture, Arabic medicine, Greek medicine, and Prophetic medicine all practiced diverse types of cupping. Even though the crux of performing cupping is to alleviate the pain by increasing blood circulation and eliminating the toxins from the body. Cupping also helps to reduce pain and inflammation and increases blood flow which provides relaxation and well-being to the body. Though Hijama cupping therapy has enormous benefits, there are some specific health conditions for which it is highly recommended to avoid Hijama/wet cupping therapy. Some of the states are as under: Hijama should be avoided with a high fever. Reason: A fever is the body’s natural reaction to infections. The immune defence system of our body raises internal bod...
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#Hijama#Which Therapy Is Best For Carpal Tunnel Syndrome(CTS)?

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  Being a Hijamist, I witness the treatment of Carpal tunnel with Hijama Cupping therapy and a few lifestyle changes. Canva.com Carpal tunnel syndrome(CTS), also called median nerve compression, is a common problem affecting hand function by the compression of the median nerve at the wrist. The carpal tunnel is a narrow pathway with bones and ligaments on the palm side of the hand. The pain gets worse if not treated for a long time. It can also lead to permanent dysfunction of the hand. The median nerve plays an essential role in the hand. It starts with the neck, travels down the upper arm across the elbow, then passes through the carpal tunnel at the wrist, hands and fingers. Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the tunnel becomes narrowed. The tissues around tendons swell. Too much pressure on the median nerve reduces the blood supply. Anatomy of Carpal Tunnel The median nerve passes through the carpal tunnel. The carpal tunnel is made of tendons, ligaments and bones. The Median N...
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