Gua Sha is one of the traditional natural therapies in China.Back Gua Sha is based on the twelve meridians (shí èr jīng mài) and eight extraordinary vessels (qí jīng bā mài) of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), following the principle of “treating the symptoms first”. It employs specific techniques to strongly stimulate the meridians, using specially … Read more
If we compare the body’s meridians to “highways” then Gua Sha is the process of clearing the highways and removing waste. After Gua Sha, the whole body feels relaxed! Why do Gua Sha? “Stagnation leads to deficiency” is a characteristic of modern people’s constitution. Modern individuals often consume excessive solid foods, leading to an overloaded … Read more
Meridians · Acupuncture Points · Resource Guide, 【Click Here】 for Free Access 》》》 When experiencing discomfort, many people prefer to use Gua Sha, which has proven to be effective. Gua Sha is guided by the principles of TCM meridian and acupoint theory, utilizing specialized Gua Sha tools and techniques, along with a medium, to repeatedly … Read more
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the piwei (spleen and stomach) is regarded as the foundation of postnatal life, responsible for the transformation and transportation of nutrients from food and water, providing nourishment and energy to the body. However, due to modern lifestyles and dietary habits, issues with the spleen and stomach have become increasingly common. … Read more
1 Regularly scrape the head, promote the flow of Qi and blood, strengthen the body and prolong life. Prevent hemiplegia, prevent stroke, awaken the mind and enhance wisdom. 2 Scrape the face, promote blood circulation, remove spots and beautify the skin. Prevent facial paralysis, prevent colds, effective for diseases of the five senses. 3 Scrape … Read more
01 Sequence of Gua Sha Sequence: First scrape: Da Zhui (Great Vertebra), Da Yu (Great Shuttle), Gao Mang (Gao Blind), Shen Tang (Spirit Hall). (as shown in the figure below) Scrape along the direction of the skin’s cì lǐ (pores), generally: first the trunk, then the limbs, from top to bottom, and from left to … Read more
Gua Sha is a traditional Chinese natural therapy that is guided by the theory of meridians and acupoints in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). It involves the use of specialized Gua Sha tools and corresponding techniques, applying a certain medium to repeatedly scrape and rub the skin surface, resulting in localized changes such as red millet-like … Read more
……………………………………………………………………………. Spring is a season of vitality, with plants sprouting and everything growing. ……………………………………………………………………………. As Yang energy rises, many organs in the body accumulate internal heat, which can lead to dryness in spring and various discomforts. During this time, when most people are staying at home to prevent illness, trying Gua Sha can help alleviate … Read more
Gua Sha therapy is a traditional healthcare technique in China, with a history of over 2000 years. When people fall ill, they instinctively rub or strike certain areas of the body with their hands or stones, sometimes alleviating their ailments. Through long-term practice and accumulation, the method of using Bian stone for healing gradually formed, … Read more
Editor’s Note The group of people who value health and wellness is growing, and there are many methods for maintaining health, among which many have fallen in love with Gua Sha (scraping therapy). Through Gua Sha, one can not only eliminate pathogenic factors, dispel wind and cold, and enhance immunity, but it is also a … Read more