Effectiveness of an Educational Training Program on Knowledge and Practices Regarding Safety Measures among Al Hijama Practitioners in Qatar Cupping Community Centers

Amien Ali, Mohammed Hassan; Abdel Khalek, Ekram Mohammed; Hassan, Asmaa Kamal; Mohamed Kotb, Safaa Ahmed

doi:10.21608/asnj.2025.388472.2098

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	Effectiveness of an Educational Training Program on Knowledge and Practices Regarding Safety Measures among Al Hijama Practitioners in Qatar Cupping Community Centers
Article 98, Volume 13, Issue 52, July 2025, Page 349-359 PDF (770.33 K)
Document Type: Original Article
DOI: 10.21608/asnj.2025.388472.2098
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Authors
Mohammed Hassan Amien Ali ¹; Ekram Mohammed Abdel Khalek²; Asmaa Kamal Hassan³; Safaa Ahmed Mohamed Kotb⁴
¹Ph.D. Student Community Health Nursing, Faculty of Nursing Assuit University, Egypt
²Professor of Public Health and Community Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Assiut University, Egypt
³Professor of Community Health Nursing, Faculty of Nur sing Assuit University, Egypt
⁴Professor of Community Health Nursing, Faculty of Nursing Assuit University, Egypt.
Abstract
Background: Al-Hijama (cupping therapy) is a culturally significant alternative treatment widely practiced in Qatar. However, limited knowledge and poor adherence to safety measures among practitioners pose potential risks to both patients and staff. Aim: Evaluating the Impact of an Educational Training Program on Knowledge and Practices of Al-Hijama Practitioners Regarding Safety Measures in Cupping Therapy. Methods: A quasi-experimental research design was applied involving one hundred twenty practitioners from five cupping centers in Qatar. Practitioners' knowledge and safety practices were assessed through pre-test, immediate post-test, and a three-month follow-up assessment. The educational intervention comprised lectures, workshops, and practical sessions focusing on infection control, sterilization techniques, client assessment, and management of emergency situations. Results: The majority of practitioners participating in the study were Egyptians. There was a significant improvement in knowledge from pre-intervention assessments to immediate post-intervention assessments. Although a slight decline was noted during the three-month follow-up, overall improvement remained significant. Similarly, practitioners' adherence to safety practices significantly improved immediately following the educational training and remained substantially higher at follow-up. Conclusion: The educational training program effectively enhanced practitioners' knowledge and adherence to safety practices related to cupping therapy. Recommendations: Regularly conducted training sessions , supervision are essential to maintain and enhance safety standards in cupping therapy practice. Future educational initiatives should particularly emphasize practical skills, continuous monitoring, and robust policy frameworks to ensure ongoing safety and effectiveness of Al-Hijama procedures.
Keywords
Al-Hijama; cupping therapy; Knowledge; Practice & Safety measures


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