Gua Sha

Gua Sha is also known as "Spooning". A Chinese soup spoon is used to drag across the skin to release pathogenic qi from the body, this is the "sha" of gua sha. The area of the body is first lubricated with oil or water to avoid pulling on the skin or causing other discomfort when performing Gua Sha. Pieces of jade, buffalo horn and other items with a smooth edge can also be used. Our clinics do not use animal based Gua Sha tools.