Ice Cupping can be one of the most important immediate treatment steps for acute injuries such as sprains and strains, overuse injuries, contusions and bruises.. Applying ice to a soft tissue injury can help reduce swelling and inflammation by reducing blood flow to the injured area. Ice also provides temporary pain relief after an acute or traumatic injury. Stimulates whole body relaxation response .Stimulates oxygenation and detoxification of blood while promoting a feeling of lightness and relief of pressure, Detoxifies metabolic debris in muscle tissue, fascia, and skin, promotes circulation.
The Prophet Muhammad صل الله عليه و سلم is reported to have had hijama perfromed on his head for migraine [Bukhari], on his foot after a sprain [Ibn Majah], on his neck [Abu Dawud], on his hip for hip pain [Abu Dawud] and between his shoulders for detoxification [Ahmed].
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