Hijama questions, answered

Hijama is cupping as practised in the prophetic tradition. Dry cupping uses suction alone; wet cupping adds very superficial points. It is a traditional wellness and spiritual practice, not a medical treatment.

Dry cupping uses suction only. Wet cupping adds small, very superficial points. Session lengths are the same for both — an hour and a half for men, two hours for women.

Yes. Cupping is part of the prophetic tradition; in authentic narrations (Bukhari and Muslim) the Prophet صلى الله عليه وسلم described it among the best of remedies.

Yes. Anas ibn Malik reported that the Messenger of Allah was treated with cupping by Abu Taybah (Sahih al-Bukhari 5263, Sahih Muslim 2952).

At the HAWA Fairfax Community Center, Room 401a on the fourth floor, 4401 Fair Lakes Ct, Fairfax, VA 22033. There is free parking on site. We see clients by appointment only, so please book a time rather than calling in.

An hour and a half for men and two hours for women, for both wet and dry cupping. Appointments are unhurried, so the time is yours.

We use single-use, sterile cups and blades for every client and follow careful hygiene practices throughout. Both practitioners hold a Certified Hijama Practitioner diploma from Hijama Nation Academy and a Professional Wellness Alliance credential.

Come well hydrated and avoid a heavy meal in the two to three hours before your session. Wear loose, comfortable clothing; we provide everything else.

In the traditional practice, many people return every three to four months. It is a personal choice, and we are glad to talk it through with you.

Yes. Your session is performed by Namira, our certified female practitioner, in a private, sisters-only setting so you can feel completely at ease.

Yes. You are seen in a private room, your hijab and modesty are respected throughout, and only the area being treated is uncovered.

Most women find it relaxing. You will feel a firm pulling sensation from the suction; in wet cupping the small points are very superficial. Mild soreness afterwards is normal.

We do not perform wet cupping during pregnancy. Please consult your physician first; we would be glad to welcome you after your recovery.

We will help you schedule your appointment around your cycle — just let us know when you book.

Many sisters choose hijama once they have recovered, commonly after about forty days. We will guide you gently on timing.

Book online through our Appointments page, or call our Ladies line on (571) 725-5333.

Ramiz, a CHP-certified practitioner who has practised the Sunnah of hijama since youth.

An hour and a half for men, for both wet and dry cupping.

Book online through our Appointments page, or call our Men's line on (571) 725-1696.

Hijama (wet cupping) is $135 per session and dry cupping is $115 per session. There is one price per service, with no packages and no upsells. Payment is taken when you book, which is what holds the slot for you.

A $55 deposit is paid when you book, which is what holds the slot for you. The rest — $80 for wet cupping, $60 for dry cupping — is settled after your session from a payment link we send to your phone. Nothing is charged to your card automatically.

We are in Fairfax and see clients from across Fairfax, Arlington, Alexandria, Chantilly, Falls Church, Manassas, Centreville, Haymarket, McLean, Burke, Annandale, Reston, Ashburn, Great Falls, Tysons, Washington DC and all of Northern Virginia