Gua Sha

Guā 刮  meaning to scrape or rub, and Shā 痧 meaning an acute manifestation of heat.  Sometimes also referred to as Guā Feng or “scraping wind”

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Gua Sha is a method of treatment that uses a tool to scrape the skin in order to increase microcirculation underneath the skin's surface.  From a Chinese Medical understanding, this unblocks stuck Qi and releases wind cold from the underlying tissue, usually at the nape of the neck.  Gua sha is also a technique that is wonderful for strengthening the immune system and alleviating pain.  It is known to revitalize and rejuvenate the body, and clear the mind and release emotions.

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It is common that Gua Sha leaves a mark on the body that looks like a rug burn, however, rest assured, these marks go away in a couple of days.  The benefits outweigh the temporary cosmetic blemish.

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