It’s a therapy for pain that draws stagnant blood to the surface of the skin leaving red and pink bruise marks. No, it’s not torture but an ancient Chinese technique called “Gua Sha” used to treat muscle and tendon soreness.
It’s very useful to help to soften the soft tissue and loosen muscular tightness and can help return proper blood flow to the area. It’s similar to cupping that increases blood flow with suction. Gua Sha works with directed pressure, scraping but not breaking the skin.
And while it might be popular for some, there are plenty of skeptics.
David Schimann, a licensed acupuncturist was asked what he would say to critics who say that there’s not enough science to prove that Gua Sha works. He replies, “I’d say for them to come in and try it because the proof is in the pudding. It works!”.
Anne Medrano is an amateur athelete and says that Gua Sha helps her cope with sports injuries. She says that Gua Sha gives her immediate relief from pain and provides her with more freedom of movement and it feels really good.
Gua Sha is an effective way to:
Reduce & Relief Pain
Improve Blood Circulation
Restore Health & Well Being
Bob K, the founder of Reiki Refuge, has always had an interest in holistic and complementary healing arts having being exposed to traditional Chinese medicine and Qigong at a very early age. Having offered Reiki treatments and acupuncture since 2013, he has had the blessing to help many people move towards balance, wellness and health. He has also been blessed with the opportunity to mentor folks down the Reiki path, many of whom have become close friends and fellow travelers.
Bob is a registered practitioner and teacher of the Shibumi International Reiki Association and a rostered practitioner with the Federation of Chinese Physicians & Acupuncturist Associations of Malaysia (FCPAAM).
Our holistic health treatments helps restore order & balance to the body, calming the mind, stabilising the emotions, and help improve health & well-being.
Find out how we can meet your therapeutic and healing needs.
Bob K, the founder of Reiki Refuge, has always had an interest in holistic and complementary healing arts having being exposed to traditional Chinese medicine and Qigong at a very early age. Having offered Reiki treatments and acupuncture since 2013, he has had the blessing to help many people move towards balance, wellness and health. He has also been blessed with the opportunity to mentor folks down the Reiki path, many of whom have become close friends and fellow travelers.
Bob is a registered practitioner and teacher of the Shibumi International Reiki Association and a rostered practitioner with the Federation of Chinese Physicians & Acupuncturist Associations of Malaysia (FCPAAM).
Our holistic health treatments helps restore order & balance to the body, calming the mind, stabilising the emotions, and help improve health & well-being.
Find out how we can meet your therapeutic and healing needs.
Bob K, the founder of Reiki Refuge, has always had an interest in holistic and complementary healing arts having being exposed to traditional Chinese medicine and Qigong at a very early age. Having offered Reiki treatments and acupuncture since 2013, he has had the blessing to help many people move towards balance, wellness and health. He has also been blessed with the opportunity to mentor folks down the Reiki path, many of whom have become close friends and fellow travelers.
Bob is a registered practitioner and teacher of the Shibumi International Reiki Association and a rostered practitioner with the Federation of Chinese Physicians & Acupuncturist Associations of Malaysia (FCPAAM).
Our holistic health treatments helps restore order & balance to the body, calming the mind, stabilising the emotions, and help improve health & well-being.
Find out how we can meet your therapeutic and healing needs.
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