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Gua Sha
Gua Sha is a traditional Chinese bodywork technique in which a smooth-edged tool is gently drawn across the skin using controlled, repeated strokes. A small amount of massage oil is applied beforehand to allow the tool to move comfortably.
In traditional Chinese medicine, Gua Sha is understood through the concepts of Qi, Blood and meridian pathways. Today, many people choose it as a hands-on complementary treatment and an opportunity to relax, particularly when areas such as the neck, shoulders or back feel tight or overworked.
The treatment may leave temporary redness or small red or purple marks known traditionally as “Sha”. These occur because the technique affects tiny blood vessels close to the surface of the skin.
They do not represent toxins leaving the body and should not be used to diagnose a medical condition.
Gua Sha should not be performed over broken, irritated or infected skin. Please tell your practitioner if you take blood-thinning medication, bruise easily or have an ongoing medical condition. The pressure will be adjusted to your comfort throughout the treatment.
Why Do Gua Sha Marks Vary in Colour?
Gua Sha can leave temporary marks ranging from light red to dark red, purple or brown. These marks appear because repeated pressure affects tiny blood vessels close to the surface of the skin, allowing a small amount of blood to collect beneath it.
The colour and intensity can vary according to the pressure used, the number of strokes, the area treated, your skin tone and how easily you bruise. Gua Sha oil is applied to help the tool glide smoothly and reduce friction; it does not draw toxins out of the body.
Dark marks do not mean that you have excessive “dampness”, blocked meridians or Qi and Blood stagnation. Their appearance should not be used to diagnose your health or determine the severity of a medical condition.
The marks usually fade gradually over several days. Please contact your practitioner or seek medical advice if you experience severe pain, significant swelling, blistering, signs of infection or marks that concern you.
Gua Sha
About My Service
What will you get from my Gua Sha treatment :
1. Consultation
2. A few minutes of massage to relax muscles
3. Do the Gua Sha treatment
4. A few minutes of massage to further relax muscles