Lunar synchronization of hemostasis and immunity validates prophetic timing of hijama therapy: A multicenter study from Yemen.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

This study investigated lunar-phase-dependent variations in hematological and immune parameters to empirically validate traditional Islamic recommendations for performing hijama (wet cupping) during specific mid-Hijri lunar days (17th-21st).

Methods

A total of 258 healthy adults (200 men and 58 women) from Ad'Dla Governorate underwent morning venipuncture (0700-0900, ≥8 h fasting) during the new moon (1st-5th) and full moon (17th-21st) phases. Complete blood counts and coagulation profiles were analyzed with automated systems. Hydration was standardized (500 ml water 1 h pre-sampling), and laboratory technicians were blinded to phase assignments. Statistical analysis included paired t-tests and ANOVA with α = 0.05.

Results

Platelets increased by 5.9% in men

SUBMITTER: Ali NT 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12809067 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature