Knee pain from osteoarthritis, old injuries, or overuse is one of the most common reasons patients visit us at Siddiqui Hijama Clinic. Cupping therapy around the knee joint is used to draw blood flow to the area, ease stiffness, and reduce the local inflammation that keeps a joint feeling swollen and sore.
How hijama cupping helps with knee pain
Cups are placed around the joint line and surrounding muscle groups (the quadriceps and calf) rather than directly over sensitive bony areas. This increases local circulation, which can help reduce the buildup of inflammatory fluid that causes stiffness after long periods of standing or walking. Dry cupping is generally used first for joint work; wet cupping may be recommended in specific cases based on Dr. Siddiqui’s assessment.
Who this is for
- Patients with age-related knee stiffness or mild osteoarthritis
- Recovery support after minor knee strain (not acute injuries or fractures)
- Ongoing joint discomfort that hasn’t responded to rest alone
A knee pain assessment always starts with a consultation with Dr. Siddiqui so the treatment plan matches your specific condition. If you have a recent fracture, active infection, or a blood clotting disorder, cupping therapy is not appropriate — we’ll tell you honestly if that’s the case rather than treat regardless.
Book a knee pain consultation on WhatsApp or read more about our dry cupping and wet cupping methods.