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GuaSha is a traditional healing method of East Asian Medicine. Its aim is to improve the flow of Blood and Qi to areas where it has been inhibited, causing muscle tightness, pain and weakness. Modern research shows that GuaSha produces an anti-inflammatory and immune protective effect that lasts for days following a single treatment.
Using smooth-edged instruments to ‘scrape/stroke’ the skin, it releases stagnation and improving circulation to the area. ‘Sha’ may appear, as small, red, raised rash like dots called petechiae under the skin, indicating an increase in circulation to the area.
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Conditions Treated
Muscle tension and stiffness | Trigger points and knots | Back, neck and shoulder pain | Chronic pain | Stress and anxiety | Respiratory issues | Inflammation | Joint pain and stiffness | Migraines and headaches | Plantar fasciitis | Postural dysfunction and correction | Poor circulation | Sport injuries and recovery | Repetitive Strain injuries
