Guasha

Gua Sha is a traditional healing technique in Traditional Chinese Medicine that involves gently scraping the skin with a smooth-edged tool to stimulate circulation, release tension, and promote healing. The word “Gua” means to scrape or rub, and “Sha” refers to the temporary redness or petechiae that appear on the skin, indicating increased blood flow and toxin release.

During a Gua Sha session, your practitioner uses specialized tools to apply controlled strokes along muscles and meridian pathways, helping to break up stagnation, reduce inflammation, and support the body’s natural detoxification processes.

Benefits of Gua Sha may include:

• Relief from muscle pain, stiffness, and tightness

• Improved blood and lymphatic circulation

• Reduction of chronic pain and inflammation

• Alleviation of respiratory symptoms such as congestion

• Enhanced immune function and overall vitality

Gua Sha is a safe, non-invasive therapy that can be used alone or alongside acupuncture and other TCM treatments to enhance healing. Some redness or mild bruising may occur but typically resolves within a few days.