Greetings, dear readers Within the confines of our bodies, we host a surprising number of systems, all of which work together to keep us alive and functioning. Some of these biological networks, such as the digestive, reproductive and nervous systems, are well known by many people who have often learnt about them during the period … Continue reading Systems of the Body
Hijama (cupping) and Fainting
Greetings, dear readers Some people are no strangers to fainting and have lost consciousness once or twice during their life. Many have experienced light-headedness, bringing them to the brink of passing out, but go no further than the sensation of having a brief 'black out'. Others have never fainted at all and have no idea … Continue reading Hijama (cupping) and Fainting
Apple Cider Vinegar: An Overview
Greetings, dear readers As it is with many non-medicinal remedies, the benefits of using apple cider vinegar to treat different health conditions, or to improve the quality of an individual's life, cannot always be scientifically proven. However, its collective ingredients, such as acetic acid and pectin, have been discovered and researched to varying degrees, lending … Continue reading Apple Cider Vinegar: An Overview
What’s in a Fever?
Greetings, dear readers It's that time of the year again! When the season changes, the temperature outside fluctuates and many get hit with all kinds of sicknesses. From the dreaded flu to havoc-wreaking stomach bugs, most people will end up going down with something. These illnesses are usually caused by a virus or bacteria entering … Continue reading What’s in a Fever?
A Change in Content
October has come around and passed for the second time since the birth of Pure Therapy. Which means that this blog has been running for an entire year! Yay! We would like to take the opportunity to acknowledge all of our readers, whether you have liked and commented on our posts or not. Seeing the … Continue reading A Change in Content
Hijama (cupping) and Acupuncture: A Comparison
Greetings, dear readers When searching for alternative forms of therapy or medicine, acupuncture is one of the most common suggestions. Derived from the Latin words 'acus' meaning 'needle' and 'punctura' meaning 'to puncture', the practice is more or less defined by its name. However, theoretically speaking, there is more to the complementary therapy than just … Continue reading Hijama (cupping) and Acupuncture: A Comparison
Hijama (cupping) and the Significance of Oil
Greetings, dear readers Whenever Hijama is mentioned in a conversation, many people tend to consider similar elements of the practice. The first things that usually come to mind are images of plastic or glass cups, surgical blades, razors, specific pumps or maybe even the tools used during Chinese-style cupping. But how often do they think of oil as a vital part of … Continue reading Hijama (cupping) and the Significance of Oil
Hijama (cupping) and Sinusitis
Greetings, dear readers Sometimes, we meet people who seem like they're suffering from an allergy attack or a continuous cold. These people may seem to have a lot of headaches and often appear disgusted whenever they blow their nose and look at their tissue afterwards. Some of them may have trouble bending forward, with their … Continue reading Hijama (cupping) and Sinusitis
Hijama (cupping) and Gout
Greetings, dear readers Last week, we covered arthritis, its symptoms and how it affects an individual's joints as well as the surrounding anatomical structures, such as the muscles, tendons and ligaments. We explained that there are different types of arthritis and how they influence the cells. Osteoarthritis occurs when the cartilage lining of the joint … Continue reading Hijama (cupping) and Gout
Hijama (cupping) and Arthritis
Greetings, dear readers Arthritis is a condition commonly associated with the elderly. However, statistics have shown that arthritis can affect people of all ages and has been diagnosed in people from various cultures and life styles. In the UK alone, roughly ten million people suffer from this musculoskeletal condition, which is often recognised by the … Continue reading Hijama (cupping) and Arthritis
